He graduated from Harvard with a degree in economics. On May 13, 2014 Obukwelu was signed to an undrafted free agent contract with the Indianapolis Colts. Obukwelu was featured on the NFL Network Show "Undrafted", for which he is nominated for an Emmy.
Obukwelu was a standout at Harvard University playing on the defensive line, primarily as a defensive tackle, and winning two Ivy League Championships while at Harvard. A three time All-Ivy selection, in 2013 he was tabbed as the winner of the George "Bulger" Lowe Award, awarded to New England"s top defensive player.
Nnamdi is also a member of the The Phoenix - Saskatchewan Club, one of the eight male Final Clubs on the Harvard campus.
