Kaimon Rucker (born February 28, 2002) is an American professional football outside linebacker for the Baltimore Ravens of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the North Carolina Tar Heels.
Early life Rucker attended Hart County High School in Hartwell, Georgia. Over his final two high school seasons, he had 130 tackles and 15.5 sacks. He committed to the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to play college football.
College career As a true freshman at North Carolina in 2020, Rucker played in 10 games with one start and had 21 tackles. As a sophomore in 2021, he started 10 of 13 games, recording 30 tackles and four sacks. As a junior in 2022, he started four of 14 game, finishing with 37 tackles and 3.5 sacks.UNC defensive end Kaimon Rucker a linchpin as Tar Heels’ defense prepares for ClemsonUNC football looking for ‘thunder and lightning’ as Tar Heels hope to improve pass rush Rucker returned to North Carolina for his senior season in 2023.Rucker catches the eye of national media
Professional career
Rucker signed with the Baltimore Ravens as an undrafted free agent on May 13, 2025. He was waived on August 26 as part of final roster cuts and re-signed to the practice squad the next day. Rucker signed a reserve/future contract with Baltimore on January 5, 2026.
On August 30, 2026, Rucker was waived by the Ravens as part of final roster cuts and re-signed to the practice squad the next day.
Personal life Rucker is a Christian. He has said, “Faith has always been important to me, whether I’ve slipped up or stayed steadfast. Honestly, my parents have instilled that in me ever since I started to fully grasp the word of God. Ever since then, faith guides me day in and day out with any adversity that comes my way.”
References
External links Baltimore Ravens bio North Carolina Tar Heels bio