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    Manti Te'o

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    Manti Te'o is a former professional football player known for his career as a linebacker in the National Football League (NFL), particularly with the New Orleans Saints and the San Diego Chargers.

    Early Life and College Career

    Born on January 26, 1991, in Laie, Hawaii, Te'o attended Punahou School and later played college football at the University of Notre Dame. During his time at Notre Dame, he achieved significant recognition, earning unanimous All-American honors and becoming a finalist for the Heisman Trophy in 2012. Te'o's college career was marked by his leadership on the field, where he recorded impressive statistics, including 103 tackles and 7 interceptions in his senior season.12

    NFL Career

    Te'o was selected by the San Diego Chargers in the second round of the 2013 NFL Draft, where he played for four seasons. His time with the Chargers included notable performances, such as his first interception against Tom Brady and his first sack against Colin Kaepernick. In March 2017, he signed a two-year contract with the New Orleans Saints. During his tenure with the Saints, Te'o led the team in tackles for loss in 2017 but faced challenges with injuries that limited his participation in subsequent seasons.123

    Personal Life and Legacy

    Te'o's life gained widespread media attention due to a catfishing scandal involving a fictitious girlfriend during his senior year at Notre Dame. This incident led to significant public scrutiny but also showcased his resilience as he continued to pursue his football career despite the challenges.13 Since retiring from professional football, Te'o has transitioned into media roles, including joining the NFL Network, where he aims to inspire others through his experiences.4

    He is married to Jovi Nicole Engbino, and they have started a family together. Te'o is also involved in real estate entrepreneurship through various ventures.5

    Highlights

    Dec 8 · en.wikipedia.org
    Manti Te'o
    Aug 17 · on3.com
    Manti Te'o - New Orleans Saints - Linebacker - On3.com
    Aug 15 · si.com
    Former Saints LB Manti Te'o Joins NFL Network: Bringing Positivity ...
    Former Saints LB Manti Te'o Joins NFL Network: Bringing Positivity ...
    Aug 17 · Fox News
    Los Angeles sports teams come together to donate money for Maui wildfire relief - Fox News
    Los Angeles sports teams come together to donate money for Maui wildfire relief - Fox News
    Aug 17 · CBS News
    LA Chargers to donate at least $50,000 to help with Maui wildfire relief efforts - CBS News
    LA Chargers to donate at least $50,000 to help with Maui wildfire relief efforts - CBS News
    Transcript: Manti Te'o talks life journey on Saints Podcast
    Player Bio: Manti Te'o - New Orleans Saints

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    San Diego, California