Gabriel 'Gabe' Nyenhuis (born June 26, 1981) is a former professional gridiron football defensive lineman. His nickname at the

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according to some fans is Hunger Games, as he is seen reading the books during practice. He was named AFL Defensive Player of the Year as well as Lineman of the Year in 2010. He was signed as an

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by the Seattle Seahawks in 2004. He played college football for the

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. Nyenhuis was also a member of the

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, Atlanta Falcons, Indianapolis Colts,

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and

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Professional career

Seattle Seahawks

Nyenhuis went undrafted in the

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and was signed by the Seattle Seahawks on April 30, 2004. He was released as a late training camp cut on August 31.

Jacksonville Jaguars

On September 7, 2004, the

signed Nyenhuis to their practice squad.

Indianapolis Colts

He re-signed on January 24, 2006. He was released on August 18, 2006.

Saskatchewan Roughriders

Nyenhuis signed with the

on April 15, 2009. He was released on September 16.

Philadelphia Soul

In 2007, Nyenhuis signed with the

of the

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. Nyenhuis would play two years with the Soul, posting 9.5 sacks in 2008 to lead the Soul.

Tulsa Talons

In 2010, Nyenhuis signed with the

. Nyenhuis posted career highs in tackles (19) and sacks (15.5) on his way to winning the Arena Football League Defensive Player of the Year Award.

San Jose SaberCats

Since 2011, Nyenhuis has played for the

. He has yet to replicate his 2010 season.

References

External links

Colorado bioIndianapolis Colts bioSaskatchewan Roughriders bio
{{DEFAULTSORT:Nyenhuis, Gabe 1981 births Living people People from St. Charles, Illinois American players of Canadian football American football defensive linemen Canadian football defensive linemen Colorado Buffaloes football players Seattle Seahawks players Jacksonville Jaguars players Atlanta Falcons players Indianapolis Colts players Philadelphia Soul players Saskatchewan Roughriders players Tulsa Talons players San Jose SaberCats players Garden City Broncbusters football players Dallas Vigilantes players