Michael Dogbe Explained

Michael Dogbe
Position:Defensive end
Birth Date:5 May 1996
Birth Place:Parsippany–Troy Hills, New Jersey, U.S.
Height Ft:6
Height In:3
Weight Lbs:295
High School:Parsippany Hills (NJ)
College:Temple
Draftyear:2019
Draftround:7
Draftpick:249
Pastteams:
Statleague:NFL
Statlabel1:Total tackles
Statvalue1:62
Statlabel2:Sacks
Statvalue2:2.0
Statlabel3:Forced fumbles
Statlabel4:Fumble recoveries
Statvalue4:1
Pfr:DogbMi00

Michael Dogbe (born May 5, 1996) is an American football defensive end who is a free agent.[1] He played college football at Temple.

Professional career

Arizona Cardinals

Dogbe was drafted by the Arizona Cardinals in the seventh round (249th overall) of the 2019 NFL draft.[2] He played in 8 games for the Cardinals in his rookie year.

On September 8, 2020, Dogbe was waived by the Cardinals and re-signed to the practice squad the next day.[3] [4] He was elevated to the active roster on November 7, November 19, and November 28 for the team's weeks 9, 11, and 12 games against the Miami Dolphins, Seattle Seahawks, and New England Patriots.[5] [6] [7] He recorded his first career sack against Seattle.[8] On January 5, 2021, Dogbe signed a reserve/futures contract with the Cardinals.[9]

On March 14, 2022, Dogbe signed a one-year contract extension with the Cardinals.[10] He played in nine games before being released on November 10 and re-signed to the practice squad. He was promoted to the active roster on December 24.

Jacksonville Jaguars

On March 22, 2023, Dogbe signed a one-year contract with the Jacksonville Jaguars.[11] He was released on August 29, 2023.[12]

Houston Texans

On September 13, 2023, Dogbe signed with the Houston Texans, active roster but was released six days later.[13]

Minnesota Vikings

On October 31, 2023, Dogbe was signed to the Minnesota Vikings practice squad.[14] He was released on November 14.

Personal life

Dogbe was born in the United States to Nigerian parents.[15]

External links

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Havsy . Jane . April 25, 2019 . Morris Plains made, #TempleTUFF Michael Dogbe selected in NFL Draft . September 21, 2019 . . Gannett.
  2. Web site: Ban . Robert . April 27, 2019 . Defensive Lineman Michael Dogbe selected by the Arizona Cardinals . September 21, 2019 . . Vox Media.
  3. Web site: Urban, Darren . September 8, 2020 . Cardinals Sign Free Agent Defensive Lineman Angelo Blackson . azcardinals.com.
  4. Web site: September 10, 2020 . Cardinals re-sign DE Michael Dogbe to practice squad . Arizona Sports.
  5. News: Urban, Darren . November 7, 2020 . Cardinals Activate Maxx Williams, Bring Up D.J. Foster . AZCardinals.com . December 9, 2020.
  6. News: Urban, Darren . November 19, 2020 . Jordan Phillips, Corey Peters Put On IR As Cardinals Deal With D-Line Woes . AZCardinals.com . December 26, 2020.
  7. News: Urban, Darren . November 28, 2020 . Zach Allen Activated, Josh Mauro, Darrell Daniels To Injured Reserve . AZCardinals.com . January 5, 2021.
  8. Web site: Arizona Cardinals at Seattle Seahawks - November 19th, 2020 . November 28, 2020 . Pro-Football-Reference.com . en.
  9. News: Urban, Darren . January 5, 2021 . Cardinals Sign 15 Players To 'Futures' Contracts . AZCardinals.com . February 15, 2021.
  10. Web site: Urban . Darren . March 14, 2022 . Cardinals Re-Sign Defensive Lineman Michael Dogbe . 2023-01-28 . AZCardinals.com.
  11. Web site: Stites . Adam . March 22, 2023 . Report: Jaguars adding DE Michael Dogbe on 1-year deal . 2023-03-23 . Jaguars Wire . en.
  12. Web site: Oehser . John . August 29, 2023 . Roster Reduction: Jaguars Move Towards 53 Players . October 24, 2023 . Jaguars.com.
  13. Web site: Houston Texans Transactions (9-13-2023). HoustonTexans.com. September 13, 2023.
  14. Web site: Vikings Sign DL Michael Dogbe to Practice Squad. Vikings.com. October 31, 2023.
  15. Web site: Arizona Cardinals with roots in other countries show pride with helmet decals. José M.. Romero. The Arizona Republic.