Kabeer Gbaja-Biamila
- January 5, 2024
- American Football Player
Quick Facts
Full Name | Kabeer Gbaja-Biamila |
Occupation | American Football Player |
Date Of Birth | Sep 24, 1977(1977-09-24) |
Age | 47 |
Birthplace | Los Angeles |
Country | United States |
Birth City | California |
Horoscope | Virgo |
Kabeer Gbaja-Biamila Biography
Name | Kabeer Gbaja-Biamila |
Birthday | Sep 24 |
Birth Year | 1977 |
Place Of Birth | Los Angeles |
Home Town | California |
Birth Country | United States |
Birth Sign | Virgo |
Kabeer Gbaja-Biamila is one of the most popular and richest American Football Player who was born on September 24, 1977 in Los Angeles, California, United States. Muhammed-Kabeer Olarewajugbaja-B. (/k @’ b I@r’b a: DZ a:, I: @ ‘ I l @/; born on September 24 1977) known as “KGB”, is a former American football defensive player who played for nine years in the National Football League (NFL). He played in the NCAA football tournament during his time at San Diego State. He was selected by the Green Bay Packers in the fifth round of the 2000 NFL Draft, and played all of his time for the Packers. He was an Pro Bowl selection in 2003.
In the 2006 season, Gbaja-Biamila’s status was changed from starter to defensive lineman second string following the players Aaron Kampman and Cullen Jenkins and was assigned the position of a specialist in pass-rushing who is the most active during passing downs.
He was the coordinator at the local Celebration Church Bayside for Crown Financial Ministries, which teaches people how to manage money using Biblical principles. He was involved in the first faith-based event at Lambeau Field called Lambeau Leap of Faith in July 2007, where thousands of Christians gathered.
In October 2007, Gbaja-Biamila broke the Green Bay Packers sack record with 69 sacks, which was previously held by Hall of Famer Reggie White with 68½ sacks. Originally, Gbaja-Biamila was not credited with a third sack against Vikings quarterback Kelly Holcomb during the Packers vs. Vikings game on September 30. Later on in the week, the Elias Sports Bureau reviewed game footage and credited Gbaja-Biamila with a third sack on Kelly Holcomb, who was originally ruled as rushing for zero yards.
In 2000, he participated in The NFL Combine as an outside linebacker. He was 6’3 inches tall with a weight of 250 pounds. He was able to run the 4.65 40-yard run, but was unable to finish because the fact that he was an teenager (teams weren’t sure if they could count on him to play as an DE or the capability to stay to the position of OLB) and also had some doubts about the team he played against in the college.
Kabeer Gbaja-Biamila Net Worth
Net Worth | $5 Million |
Source Of Income | American Football Player |
House | Living in own house. |
Kabeer Gbaja-Biamila is one of the richest American Football Player from United States. According to our analysis, Wikipedia, Forbes & Business Insider, Kabeer Gbaja-Biamila 's net worth $5 Million. (Last Update: December 11, 2023)
While at Crenshaw High School, Gbaja-Biamila was a student-owner at Food From the Hood, a company that was organic that was founded in 1992 following the Los Angeles riots. Food From the Hood eventually was able to create the salad dressings line which were distributed in the large Southern California grocery chains as well as on Amazon.com. The company’s work was recognized when Food From the Hood received the “American Achievement Award” from Newsweek in which they featured Gbaja-Biamila as well as other founders on the cover. On the 1st of November, 1994 Prince Charles made a trip at Crenshaw High School, upon an invitation from Food From the Hood.
Gbaja-Biamila was selected for Packers Packers during the 5th round in 2000’s NFL Draft with the 149th overall pick. The following year, Gbaja-Biamila became only player to ever in Packers history to score 10 or more sacks over 3 consecutive years. He also took part at the Pro Bowl that year. He also had a double-digit sack, taking down quarterbacks from opposing teams 13.5 times.
He formerly served on the board of directors at Freedom House Ministries, a shelter for homeless families in Green Bay. Each year Freedom House helps over 100 families including over 250 children overcome homelessness and move into stable permanent housing and employment. In 2007, he started Kabeer’s Freedom House Sack Fund. He pledged, along with his teammates and members of the Green Bay community, $10,000 per sack registered in 2007 to go to his fund.
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Who is Kabeer Gbaja-Biamila Dating?
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On December 17, 2019 Gbaja-Biamila was involved in an incident in which he was nearly arrested. His two friends were arrested during an incident at Assembly of God Church in Green Bay on Dec. 17 during a Christmas pageant put on by the private Providence Academy. Jordan Salmi and Ryan Desmith attended the pageant and triggered a trespassing complaint since they do not have children at the school. When they were arrested, they reportedly had concealed weapons on them without permits.
Facts & Trivia
Kabeer Ranked on the list of most popular American Football Player. Also ranked in the elit list of famous people born in United States. Kabeer Gbaja-Biamila celebrates birthday on September 24 of every year.
Is Akbar Gbaja-Biamila related to Kabeer?
He is the older brother of former NFL linebacker Akbar Gbaja-Biamila. He also has a twin sister and another brother, Abdul.
Who did Kabeer Gbaja-Biamila play for?
Gbaja-Biamila was taken in the 5th round of the NFL draft by the Green Bay Packers where he played his entire career.
What NFL team did Akbar Gbaja-Biamila play for?
The Southern California native played five-years in the NFL as a linebacker and defensive end with the Oakland Raiders, San Diego Chargers and Miami Dolphins before retiring in 2008.
Is Akbar gbajabiamila mother still alive?
In 2002, his mother, Bolatito, died in a car crash. While a member of the Chargers in 2006, Akbar routinely drove back-and-forth from San Diego to Los Angeles to spend time with his father. Akbar has four children.
Is the NFL religious?
Faith has long played a major role in the NFL. About one-third of the players in America’s three major professional team sports—football, baseball, and basketball—are born-again Christians , with the NFL having the highest percentage.