Biography

BIOGRAPHY

Justin Madubuike was born November 17, 1997, in Dallas, Texas. He is a defensive tackle in the National Football League.

Madubuike redshirted his first year at Texas A&M in 2016. In 2017, he appeared in all 13 games, recording 20 tackles. He again appeared in all 13 games in 2018, finishing with 40 tackles and 5.5 sacks. As a junior he had 45 tackles and 5.5 sacks. After the season, he decided to forgo his senior season and entered the 2020 NFL Draft. He decided to sit out the 2019 Texas Bowl.

The Baltimore Ravens selected Madubuike with 71st overall pick in the third round of the 2020 NFL Draft. In Week 16 against the New York Giants, Madubuike recorded his first career sack on Daniel Jones during the 27–13 win.

On March 5, 2024, the Ravens placed the franchise tag on Madubuike. Three days later, on March 8, the Ravens signed Madubuike to a four-year, $98 million contract extension.