Vegan Athlete of the Day: Brian Orakpo

​Orakpo played 10 seasons in the National Football League. He played college football for the University of Texas, was recognized as a unanimous All-American, and was drafted by the Washington Redskins with the thirteenth overall pick in the 2009 NFL Draft. He also played for Tennessee Titans, and was selected to four Pro Bowls.  A list of his accomplishments can be found below…

• 4× Pro Bowl (2009, 2010, 2013, 2016)
• PFWA All-Rookie Team (2009)
• Bronko Nagurski Trophy (2008)
• Ted Hendricks Award (2008)
• Lombardi Award (2008)
• Unanimous All-American (2008)
• Big 12 Defensive Player of the Year (2008)
• Big 12 Defensive Lineman of the Year (2008)
• BCS National Champion (2005)
• Big 12 Defensive Freshman of the Year (2005)