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Jihad Ward

Jihad Ward

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Bio
Height/Weight: 6' 5"/285 lbs
Born: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
College: Illinois
Draft: 2016 2nd round (13th pick) by the
Las Vegas Raiders
  • WCIA Champaign

    Illini lineman Johnny Newton selected by Commanders

    WCIA — Former Illinois All-American defensive tackle Johnny Newton has been selected by the Washington Commanders in the second round of the 2024 NFL Draft. The St. Petersburg, Fla. native is the fourth former Illini taken in the top two rounds since 2015, following Jihad Ward (2015), Devon Witherspoon (2023), and Quan Martin (2023). Newton […]

  • NY Daily News

    Former Giants tackle Korey Cunningham dead at age 28: ‘A vital part of the spirit of the locker room’

    Former Giants, Patriots and Cardinals tackle Korey Cunningham, a beloved and popular teammate in New York, has died at age 28, the Giants confirmed on Friday morning. “We are saddened to hear of the passing of Korey Cunningham,” the Giants said in a statement. “He was a vital part of the spirit and camaraderie of the locker room. Our thoughts are with Korey’s family, friends and teammates.” ...

  • Star Tribune (Minneapolis)

    Another big Vikings need might not be addressed early in draft

    This is the last in a series of position previews for the 2024 NFL draft, which begins Thursday. Today: Defensive linemen. Offensive line | Edge rushers | Receivers | Running backs | Tight ends | Quarterbacks | Defensive backs | LinebackersVikings outlookThe depth chart includes six players, none of whom are capable of being three-down impact starters in coordinator Brian Flores' 3-4 scheme. ...