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Amen Ogbongbemiga

Amen Ogbongbemiga Player Profile

Summary

Amen Ogbongbemiga is a linebacker currently with the Chicago Bears (NFL), who originally played collegiately at Oklahoma State Cowboys. Despite not being drafted in the NFL (undrafted in 2021), he signed with the Los Angeles Chargers and carved out a role, eventually signing with the Bears in 2024. NFL Draft Buzz
He stands about 6′1″ and ~231 lbs. NFL Draft Buzz

Since his college days, Ogbongbemiga has been recognized for his hustle, instincts and leadership—bringing value especially on early downs, special teams, and as a rotational linebacker.

Although his NFL path has been more “undrafted free agent to contributor” rather than a high‑round pick, his skill set gives him a defined niche and potential to increase his role.

Strengths

  • Instincts & run‑support ability: He shows good reaction speed, takes aggressive pursuit angles and consistently finds the football in traffic. NFL Draft Buzz

  • High motor & competitiveness: Many scouting reports mention his hustle, effort and willingness to play through contact. Bleacher Report

  • Reliable tackler in the box: In college, he produced high tackle counts, tackles for loss and showed he could make plays near the line of scrimmage.

  • Special teams value: His physicality and motor make him a useful contributor on special teams units, increasing his roster value. Bleacher Report

Weaknesses

  • Coverage limitations: He struggles with change‑of‑direction, hip fluidity and man‑coverage demands—particularly on shifts or agile receivers/tight ends. SI

  • Size & bulk for every‑down role: At 6′1″/231 lbs, some evaluators felt he lacked the ideal size, strength or prototypical build for every down linebacker or anchor role, especially vs. blockers. NFL Draft Buzz

  • Limited pass‑rush or elite athletic burst: While he has good pursuit and effort, his burst off the line, power vs front‑liners and pass‑rush arsenal were flagged as below elite. Bleacher Report

  • Transitioning role / specialist vs starter uncertainty: Given his profiling, there was some risk that he’d be more of a situational contributor than full three‑down starter, unless he develops in certain areas. SI

Fit & Outlook

Amen Ogbongbemiga projects as a solid rotational linebacker and special teams contributor with the potential to expand his role if certain improvements occur.

  • Short‑term: He likely continues to serve on special teams, provide depth at linebacker and step into more early‑down roles in sub‑packages, especially for run defense.

  • Mid‑term: If he improves his coverage agility, adds strength or proves his ability in space, he could secure a larger role as a reliable every‑down player.

  • Ceiling vs Floor:

    • Floor: Valuable depth linebacker and special teams asset.

    • Ceiling: A dependable starter capable of handling early‑down responsibilities with occasional coverage/situational snaps.

  • Key for next step: Improving change‑of‑direction/hip fluidity for coverage, enhancing power and bulk so he can hold up vs blockers, and increasing effectiveness in space.

  • Risk: If coverage weaknesses persist and he is used primarily on special teams or situational roles, his impact may remain limited.