Qadir Ismail (born February 17, 2000) is an American professional football tight end for the Chicago Bears of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Samford Bulldogs and the Villanova Wildcats.
Early life Ismail is the son of former NFL wide receiver Qadry Ismail and nephew of former football players Raghib Ismail and Sulaiman Ismail. He grew up in Bel Air, Maryland. In high school, Ismail played football, basketball, and ran track. He spent his freshman and sophomore year(s) at Patterson Mill High School before transferring to The John Carroll School.
College career Ismail originally played quarterback for Villanova before converting to wide receiver.
Prior to the 2022 season, Ismail transferred to Samford, where he completed his collegiate football career as a wide receiver.
Professional career
Baltimore Ravens After not being selected in the 2024 NFL draft, Ismail signed with the Baltimore Ravens as an undrafted free agent on May 20, 2024. He was waived on August 27, and signed with the Ravens practice squad the next day.
Las Vegas Raiders On April 24, 2025, Ismail signed with the Las Vegas Raiders. He was waived on August 25.
New York Giants On August 28, 2025, Ismail was signed to the New York Giants' practice squad. He was released on September 16.
Jacksonville Jaguars On October 8, 2025, Ismail signed with the Jacksonville Jaguars' practice squad, but was waived five days later.
Chicago Bears On November 24, 2025, Ismail signed with the Chicago Bears' practice squad. On January 21, 2026, he signed a reserve/futures contract with Chicago.
On August 30, 2026, Ismail was waived by the Bears and re-signed to the practice squad.
References
External links Chicago Bears bio Villanova Wildcats bio Samford Bulldogs bio