Northwestern’s rangy, ballhawking safety who played with real edge
In the 2017 season, Godwin Igwebuike was a steady playmaker for Northwestern, finishing with 78 tackles, 2 interceptions, and 9 pass breakups while tying for the team lead in picks. He stood out for his instincts, tackling volume, and ability to find the football, and evaluators viewed him as a safety with strong awareness and competitive toughness. For a team, that translates to a reliable, high-motor defensive back who can help in coverage and run support; his calling card was consistency, not flash, and that’s often exactly what winning defenses need.
