Israel Abanikanda is an American football player.

He currently plays for the Pittsburgh Panthers as their no. 2 running back. In the last two seasons i.e. 2020 & 2021, Israel has played 20 games for the Panthers during which he has a total of 746 yards along with seven rushing yards.

In 2020, Israel rushed 28 carries on 95 yards with an average of 3.4. Further, in 2021, he rushed for 651 yards on 123 carries with an average of 5.3. He scored seven touchdowns in 2021 as compared to a single touchdown in 2020.

Israel is set to graduate college in 2023 and become a potential prospect in NFL. Coming from an immigrant family, Israel has struggled a lot to get where he is today. But, with talent and hard work, he has made a name for himself at a very young age.

Israel Abanikanda's Basic Info

Age	20-Year-Old
Birthday	October 5
Parents	Saidi Abanikanda, Mariam Abanikanda
Siblings	Michael Abanikanda, Debra Abanikanda
Salary	$10.8 Million

Where Is Israel Abanikanda From? Running Back Origin Explained

Pittsburgh Panthers running back Israel Abanikanda is from Brooklyn, New York.

He was born on October 5, 2022, and is currently 20 years old. He received his primary education in Brooklyn and graduated from Abraham Lincoln High School. Abanikanda was even awarded New York's Gatorade Football Player of the Year in his senior year of high school.

He eventually joined the University of Pittsburgh in 2020 and currently plays for the Pittsburgh Panthers.

Who Are Israel Abanikanda Parents Mariam And Saidi Abanikanda?

Israel Abanikanda's parents Saidi Abanikanda and Mariam Abanikanda are Nigerian immigrants currently settled in the United States.

Mariam's Facebook bio suggests that Israel's parents are still married; however, she hasn't shared any photos of her husband on social media. 

Saidi and Mariam reportedly moved to the US after the birth of their first son, Michael Abanikanda, in 1994.

Israel's elder brother Michael is a former college footballer who was affiliated with the University of Buffalo. He completed his bachelor of arts with a degree in psychology. As per his LinkedIn, Michael is unemployed and seeking a job in 2022. 

In addition to a brother, Michael also has a sister named Debra Abanikanda in his family.

How Much Is Israel Abanikanda Salary In 2022?

According to sources, Israel Abanikanda earns an annual salary of $10.8 million.

The precise details of his contract with the Pittsburgh Panthers are not made public. But, considering the salary amount, Abanikanda is a highly valued player on his team.

Israel will be playing for the team until his graduation in 2023; hence, the possibility of a salary hike exists in 2023 depending on his performance in this season.

Similarly, Abanikanda's net worth is valued at around $5 million. He succeeded in collecting this amount from his career as a college footballer for the Panthers.

Does Israel Abanikanda Have A Girlfriend?

Israel Abanikanda doesn't have a girlfriend at the moment.

The running back is private about his dating life and hasn't shared a single clue about his relationship status. 

Further, his social media uploads are also limited to his games' highlights. It appears that Abanikanda is more focused on his football career than maintaining an active dating life. 

Israel Abanikanda Height And Weight

Israel Abanikanda is a moderately tall individual with a height of five feet and 11 inches.

When compared to his fellow NFL players, Israel's height is considered average. The tallest players currently playing are Roy Mbaeteka and Austin Allen who both stand at the height of six feet and nine inches.

Similarly, Israel's body weight measures around 215 lbs, which is around 97 kg.