One of the first things anybody needs to know about Dolphins seventh-year linebacker Akin Ayodele is the origin of his first name – his full first name, because it strikes at the core of his existence on the football field.
The 28-year-old Texan was born Akinola Ayodele on September 17th, 1979 in Dallas, the oldest of two brothers and a sister. The meaning of the African word "Akinola" is, "a warrior who has gone through many wars and has never been defeated." If you are an opposing running back, receiver or quarterback and you have just been made aware of that, it would probably alter your approach the next time you come across the middle.
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