Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah

Owusu-Koramoah's tenure at Notre Dame was characterized by perseverance and skill. Although his freshman year saw him on the scout team without game appearances, setbacks, including a foot injury during his sophomore season, failed to deter him. Rising to prominence as a junior, he showcased his prowess on the field, tallying impressive statistics and earning accolades such as the Butkus Award, ACC Defensive Player of the Year, and unanimous All-American honors during his senior year in 2020.

Off the field, Owusu-Koramoah remains connected to his Ghanaian roots. In 2022, he organized a football camp in Ghana, providing opportunities for youth in the region. However, tragedy struck when his older brother, Joshua Emmanuel Owusu-Koramoah, was found dead in April 2022, leading to charges against an individual for murder and arson. Additionally, in a personal decision, Owusu-Koramoah publicly announced his conversion to Islam on January 25, 2024, further shaping his identity beyond the football field.