Chukwuebuka Jason "Chu" Godrick (born October 11, 2000) is a Nigerian professional American football offensive tackle for the Miami Dolphins of the National Football League (NFL). He was recruited through the NFL's International Player Pathway (IPP) program.
Early life Godrick was born in Lagos, Nigeria and began his sports venture playing basketball through the Christian Program called Educational Basketball established in Lagos. When his potential for football was discovered, Godrick entered the International Player Pathway (IPP) program and began training in 2022 at the L.Bentley O-line Performance facility founded by former NFL player LeCharles Bentley in Chandler, Arizona.MacKenzie, Daniel (December 26, 2022). "NFL International Player Pathway spotlight: Chukwuebuka Jason Godrick, Nigeria". AmericanFootballInternational.com. Retrieved September 1, 2025.
Professional career Kansas City Chiefs Godrick began his professional career in the NFL as a member of the Kansas City Chiefs team in 2023. He was briefly assigned to the team's practice squad before his release at the end of August 2023. He was re-signed by the Chiefs on August 28, 2024.Chiefs Profile. Retrieved September 1, 2025. The following year, Godrick was named part of the practice squad following the completion of the 2025 season's active roster. Kansas City Chiefs News (August 27, 2025). "Chiefs Announce Practice Squad and Other Roster Moves Heading Into 2025 NFL Season". Chiefs.com. Retrieved September 1, 2025. After being elevated from the practice squad, Godrick made his NFL debut in Week 15 upon an injury to right tackle Jaylon Moore. He started the next 3 games, being signed to the active roster on December 20."Likely starting in Week 16. The Chiefs signed Godrick off their practice squad Saturday.". RotoWire.com (December 20, 2025). Retrieved January 11, 2026.
On August 30, 2026, Chukwuebuka was waived by the Chiefs as part of final roster cuts.
Miami Dolphins On August 31, 2026, Godrick was claimed off waivers by the Miami Dolphins.
Personal life On May 16, 2024, Godrick and Chiefs teammate Wanya Morris were arrested in Johnson County on misdemeanor charges of marijuana possession. They were released the following morning on a $2,500 bond.Gordon, Grant (May 17, 2024). "Chiefs OTs Wanya Morris, Chukwuebuka Godrick arrested on marijuana possession charges". NFL.com. Retrieved September 1, 2025.
References
External links Miami Dolphins bio ESPN profile