| # | |
|---|---|
| Name | Aaron Donkor |
| Nationality |  Germany |
| Position | Linebacker |
| Height | 185cm |
| Weight | 109kg |
| Past Teams | Rhein Fire |
| Leagues | European League of Football |
| Seasons | 2024 |
| Age | 30 |
AaronDonkor, born on March 21, 1995 in Göttingen, is a German American football linebacker who currently plays for Rhein Fire in the European League of Football. With an impressive career that began with the Düsseldorf Panthers, his talent took him all the way to the NFL with the Seattle Seahawks. Known for his speed and strength, Donkor has also played in the XFL and CFL before returning to Europe. His remarkable journey and accomplishments make him a standout player in German American football.
Previous stations
- Düsseldorf Panther (2016)
- Seattle Seahawks (2021-2022)
- Houston Roughnecks (2023)
- Arlington Renegades (2023)
- Calgary Stampeders (2023)
- Rhine Fire (2024)
Achievements
- XFL Champion (2023)
- German Football League Leader (2016) with 14 sacks, 74 tackles, and 20 tackles-for-loss
- Impressive Combine Numbers: 4.46 40-yard dash, 39-inch vertical, 22 reps on the bench
Credits
Text: Mistral AI (Le Chat)
Other
Education and profession
- College: New Mexico Military Institute (2016-2018), Arkansas State University (2019-2020)
- Professional background: American football player
Additional information
- Basketball background: Played basketball in Göttingen before switching to American football
- International Player Pathway Program: Part of the NFL IPPP that gave him a chance with the Seattle Seahawks
- Injuries: Hamstring injury during time with the Seattle Seahawks
- Training and mentoring: Trained with Chris Mohr in Aachen
Headlines and scandals
- Release from the Seattle Seahawks: Was released by the Seattle Seahawks in 2022, but remained on the practice squad
- XFL and CFL stints: Short stints in the XFL and CFL in 2023
