Neiko Thorpe

About

Former NFL cornerback who played for the Kansas City Chiefs, Las Vegas Raiders, Indianapolis Colts, and Seattle Seahawks during his eight-year career. He also played football professionally in Canada for the Toronto Argonauts. After retiring in 2021, he was then hired to be a coach for the Seahawks. 

Before Fame

Prior to his NFL career, he played college football at Auburn University. While at Auburn, he won the 2011 BCS National Championship. 

Trivia

He made his official NFL debut while playing against the Baltimore Ravens during week five of the 2012 regular season. He played in nine games as a rookie on special teams that season. 

Family Life

Although he was born in Southfield, Michigan, he grew up living in the Tucker, Georgia area. He now lives along with his wife and their daughter. 

Associated With

He was college teammates with Cam Newton while at Auburn.