Biography

BIOGRAPHY

Zach VanValkenburg was born February 17, 1998, in Zeeland, Michigan. He is a linebacker in the NFL.

VanValkenburg finished his six-year college career with a total of 60 games played (48 as a starter), and 211 tackles, 42.5 for-loss, 22 sacks, and five forced fumbles. He graduated with a master's degree in Eastern European Studies.

After going unselected in the 2022 NFL Draft, VanValkenburg was signed by the Las Vegas Raiders as an undrafted free agent. He was waived at the final roster cuts, on August 30, and was subsequently signed to the practice squad. He was released from the practice squad on September 6.

On September 20, 2022, VanValkenburg was signed to the practice squad of the Los Angeles Rams. He signed a reserve/futures contract on January 9, 2023.