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Kaimon Rucker
No. 56 – Baltimore Ravens
PositionLinebacker
Roster statusActive
Personal information
Born (2002-02-28) February 28, 2002 (age 24)[1]
Hartwell, Georgia, U.S.
Listed height6 ft 2 in (1.88 m)
Listed weight254 lb (115 kg)
Career information
High schoolHart County (Hartwell)
CollegeNorth Carolina (2020–2024)
NFL draft2025: undrafted
Career history
* Offseason and/or practice squad member only
Awards and highlights
Stats at Pro Football Reference

Kaimon Rucker (born February 28, 2002)[1] is an American professional football linebacker for the Baltimore Ravens of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the North Carolina Tar Heels.

Early life

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Rucker attended Hart County High School in Hartwell, Georgia. Over his final two high school seasons, he had 130 tackles and 15.5 sacks.[2] He committed to the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to play college football.[3]

College career

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As a true freshman at North Carolina in 2020, Rucker played in 10 games with one start and had 21 tackles.[4] As a sophomore in 2021, he started 10 of 13 games, recording 30 tackles and four sacks. As a junior in 2022, he started four of 14 game, finishing with 37 tackles and 3.5 sacks.[5][6] Rucker returned to North Carolina for his senior season in 2023.[7]

Professional career

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Pre-draft measurables
HeightWeightArm lengthHand spanWingspanBench press
6 ft 1 in
(1.85 m)		254 lb
(115 kg)		32+5⁄8 in
(0.83 m)		10 in
(0.25 m)		6 ft 7+7⁄8 in
(2.03 m)		27 reps
All values from NFL Combine[8][9]

Rucker signed with the Baltimore Ravens as an undrafted free agent on May 13, 2025.[10] He was waived on August 26 as part of final roster cuts and re-signed to the practice squad the next day.[11][12] Rucker signed a reserve/future contract with Baltimore on January 5, 2026.[13]

Personal life

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Rucker is a Christian. He has said, “Faith has always been important to me, whether I’ve slipped up or stayed steadfast. Honestly, my parents have instilled that in me ever since I started to fully grasp the word of God. Ever since then, faith guides me day in and day out with any adversity that comes my way.”[14]

References

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  1. 1 2 Williams, Jimmy (September 8, 2023). "2024 NFL Draft Scouting Report Kaimon Rucker, EDGE, UNC". nfldraftdiamonds.com. Retrieved September 27, 2023.
  2. ↑ Jensen, Aidan (October 6, 2023). "Kaimon Rucker ranked one of nation's top edge rushers". Yahoo! Sports. Retrieved May 16, 2024.
  3. ↑ Williams, Grayson (December 18, 2019). "Hart County's Rucker signs with Tarheels". Hartwell Sun. Retrieved May 30, 2026.
  4. ↑ Brown, C.L. (November 12, 2020). "Defensive lineman Kaimon Rucker came prepared to make impact for UNC football". Raleigh News & Observer. Retrieved May 30, 2026.
  5. ↑ UNC defensive end Kaimon Rucker a linchpin as Tar Heels’ defense prepares for Clemson
  6. ↑ UNC football looking for ‘thunder and lightning’ as Tar Heels hope to improve pass rush
  7. ↑ Rucker catches the eye of national media
  8. ↑ "Kaimon Rucker Draft and Combine Prospect Profile". NFL.com. Retrieved February 28, 2025.
  9. ↑ "Kaimon Rucker College Football Profile". DraftScout.com. Retrieved February 28, 2025.
  10. ↑ Ryan, Matt (May 13, 2025). "Ravens Sign Intriguing Undrafted Rookie Pass Rusher". BaltimoreRavens.com.
  11. ↑ Mink, Ryan. "Ravens' Initial Practice Squad Is Set". BaltimoreRavens.com. Retrieved September 1, 2025.
  12. ↑ Mink, Ryan. "5 Takeaways From Ravens Roster Cuts". BaltimoreRavens.com. Retrieved September 1, 2025.
  13. ↑ Robertson, Justin (January 5, 2026). "Ravens Sign Eight Players to Reserve/Future Contracts". BaltimoreRavens.com.
  14. ↑ Kruse, Ethan. "Kaimon Rucker - A Beacon of Faith". His Huddle. Retrieved December 17, 2023.
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