Ravens’ Madubuike to formally change his name to Nnamdi Madubuike

Ravens' Madubuike Announces Official Name Change to Nnamdi Madubuike

Ravens defensive lineman Justin Madubuike has officially changed his name to Nnamdi Madubuike. Raised with both an American and Nigerian name, Madubuike felt a connection to his Nigerian name and decided to make it official following a contract extension and reflection on his growth as a player and person. The decision to go by his "real" name, Nnamdi, came after a standout season and a desire to stay true to himself. He explained how his Nigerian culture influenced his choice and how he believes embracing his true identity will make him ...