Anfernee Chikezie Orji (born October 6, 2000) is an American professional football linebacker for the Philadelphia Eagles of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Vanderbilt Commodores.
Early life Orji grew up in Rockwall, Texas and attended Rockwall High School. He was rated a three-star recruit and committed to play college football at Vanderbilt.
College career Orji played in nine games and made six tackles during his freshman season at Vanderbilt. He recorded 66 tackles, 1.5 tackles for loss, one sack, and two passes broken up during his sophomore season. Orji led the Commodores with 93 tackles with 13 tackles for loss as a junior. He led the team in tackles for a second straight year as a senior with 106.
Professional career
New Orleans Saints Orji signed with the New Orleans Saints as an undrafted free agent on April 30, 2023. He was waived on August 29, and re-signed to the practice squad. Following the end of the regular season, the Saints signed Orji to a reserve/future contract on January 8, 2024.
On May 13, 2025, Orji was waived by the Saints.
Tennessee Titans On May 14, 2025, Orji was claimed off waivers by the Tennessee Titans. He was waived on August 12 with an injury designation, having suffered a torn ACL during a team practice.
New York Giants On July 30, 2026, Orji signed with the New York Giants. He was waived on August 29.
Philadelphia Eagles On October 1, 2026, Orji was signed to the Philadelphia Eagles practice squad.
Personal life Orji has two brothers, Alex and Alston. Alex plays quarterback at UNLV. Alston played linebacker at Vanderbilt (2018–2021) and Campbell (2022).
Philadelphia Eagles On October 1, 2026, Orji signed with the Philadelphia Eagles practice squad.
References
External links Philadelphia Eagles bio Vanderbilt Commodores bio