Okoye's journey: Chargers defensive lineman from Nigeria records a sack in his first football game


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COSTA MESA, Calif. — A 21-year-old defensive lineman from Nigeria recorded a sack in his first football game during the Los Angeles Chargers' 34-17 victory over the Rams. CJ Okoye chased down Stetson Bennett for a 16-yard loss late in the fourth quarter. Okoye didn't know he had recorded a sack until a teammate told him. He broke out his version of a sack dance as the Chargers sideline celebrated the moment. Okoye also received a game ball from coach Brandon Staley in the locker room after the game.

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