A Closer Look: Ola Adeniyi
Position: Linebacker
Experience: Second Season
College: Toledo|Twitter Handle: @Love_Ola_9
Most entertaining person you follow on social media?
Anthony Chickillo. It's gotta be Chick. (Twitter @Chickillo56)
Must have food?
Cereal. Honey Bunches and Reese's Puffs.
Morning person or night owl?
Night owl.
Who is your football mentor or inspiration?
I would have to say Christian Smith from college. When I got there he took me under his wing. He is the reason I wore No. 9, because he wore No. 9.
What motivates you?
My family.
What scares you?
Injuries.
Biggest challenge you had to overcome?
Trying to graduate and make it to the NFL at the same time.
What is your football mindset/approach?
This year to be active every game.
When did you start to dream about playing in the NFL?
The reason I started to play was because of Emmanuel Ogbah, we all grew up together. I saw he could make it and I thought that is something I could do.
Why do you play football?
Because I love it.
What is your proudest football moment or memory?
Winning the MAC Championship.
When you hear Steelers football, what do you think?
Championships.
