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Matt Maiocco reports that LB Andre Torrey is out for the season with a torn ACL. The club placed him on IR and signed LB Bobby Iwuchukwu to take his roster spot. Iwuchukwu is an undrafted rookie whom the Saints recently waived. Newcomer LB Bobby Iwuchukwu practiced in the afternoon. If you're wondering, yes, it's pronounced the standard way.
Press Democrat article


Pro Day Results:

Quote: NFL.com

Iwuchukwu (6-1 1/8, 246 pounds) ran the 40-yard dash in 4.57 and 4.61. He also had a 35-inch vertical jump, 4.60 short shuttle, 11.81 long shuttle, 7.11 three-cone drill and 22 bench presses.

Bobby Iwuchukwu's Profile

Iwuchukwu is a former Purdue outside linebacker that likely will play inside linebacker in the 3-4 scheme. He was a two-year starter at linebacker at Purdue. He finished his career with 85 tackles (50 solo), tied for school career record with five blocked field goals and also blocked an extra point attempt. Was a two-year letter-winner and National Merit Scholar at James Martin (Arlington, Texas) HS. His name is Nigerian, specifically the Igbo tribe...Last name means "Obey God's laws and commandments"...Attended James Martin (Arlington, Texas) HS...Born Robert C. Iwuchuckwu on Aug. 1, 1983 in Denton, Texas.

Iwuchukwu's Website