Kevin Monangai

Kevin Monangai
No. 39
Position:Running back
Personal information
Born: (1993-03-04) March 4, 1993 (age 31)
Roseland, New Jersey, U.S.
Height:5 ft 8 in (1.73 m)
Weight:209 lb (95 kg)
Career information
High school:Seton Hall Preparatory School
College:Villanova University
Undrafted:2015
Career history
 * Offseason and/or practice squad member only

Kevin Monangai (born March 4, 1993) is an American former professional football running back. He played college football for the Villanova University Wildcats and received All-CAA honors. He was an assistant offensive coach for the New York Giants until January 2020.

Professional career

Philadelphia Eagles

On August 1, 2015, Monangai signed to the Philadelphia Eagles.[1] On September 1, 2015, he was waived.[2] On September 15, 2015, Monangai re-signed to the Eagles' practice squad.[3] On September 22, 2015, he was released.[4] On December 29, 2015, Monangai re-signed to their practice squad.[5] On January 4, 2016, Monangai signed a reserve/future contract.[6] On May 5, 2016, he was waived.[7]

Minnesota Vikings

On August 4, 2016, Monangai signed with the Vikings.[8] On August 20, 2016, Monangai was released by the Vikings.[9]

Personal life

Monangai grew up in Roseland, New Jersey and played high school football at Seton Hall Preparatory School.[10] While at Seton Hall Prep, they lost at Randolph his freshman year. His brother Kyle Monangai is a senior at Rutgers University, and is following in his brother's footsteps in becoming a running back. He led the Big Ten in rushing in 2023. His sister, Kathy Monangai, is a PharmD graduate of the University of Pittsburgh.

References

  1. ^ "Eagles Fill Out Roster With Villanova RB". www.philadelphiaeagles.com. Retrieved May 14, 2016.
  2. ^ "Trio Of Moves Brings Roster To 75". www.philadelphiaeagles.com. Retrieved May 14, 2016.
  3. ^ "Eagles Place David Molk On IR". prod.www.eagles.clubs.nfl.com. Retrieved May 14, 2016.
  4. ^ "QB Morris Rejoins Team On Practice Squad". www.philadelphiaeagles.com. Retrieved May 14, 2016.
  5. ^ "RB Monangai Added To Practice Squad". www.philadelphiaeagles.com. Retrieved May 14, 2016.
  6. ^ "Seven Practice Squad Players Re-Signed". www.philadelphiaeagles.com. Retrieved May 14, 2016.
  7. ^ "Monangai, Raciti Released By Eagles". www.philadelphiaeagles.com. Retrieved May 14, 2016.
  8. ^ "Vikings Sign Former Eagles RB Kevin Monangai". vikings.com. Minnesota Vikings Football. August 4, 2016.
  9. ^ "Vikings Sign Free Agent QB Release RB". Archived from the original on August 21, 2016. Retrieved August 20, 2016.
  10. ^ "Eagles sign New Jersey native Kevin Monangai". NJ.com. Retrieved May 14, 2016.