Orji recorded 10 total tackles (seven solo) in Monday's 26-13 loss to Kansas City. Orji stepped into a starting role with Willie Gay (hand) and Pete Werner (hamstring) both unavailable, making the most of his added opportunity. He finished second to Demario Davis in takedowns and reached double-digit tackles for the first time in his career. Orji has now compiled 18 total tackles (11 solo) through five games in 2024.
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Team
New Orleans Saints
Birthdate
10/6/2000 (24)
Status
Active
HT/WT
6'2", 230 lbs
Birthplace
Rockwall, TX, USA
Position
LB
College
Vanderbilt
Experience
1 season
Career History
New Orleans Saints
2023-Present
(2 seasons)
Orji recorded 10 total tackles (seven solo) in Monday's 26-13 loss to Kansas City. Orji stepped into a starting role with Willie Gay (hand) and Pete Werner (hamstring) both unavailable, making the most of his added opportunity. He finished second to Demario Davis in takedowns and reached double-digit tackles for the first time in his career. Orji has now compiled 18 total tackles (11 solo) through five games in 2024.