Ezekiel Turner, born on September 6, 1996, in Pasadena, Maryland, had a passion for football from a young age. He began his collegiate football journey as a freshman at L.A. Pierce Junior College before transferring to the University of Washington. During his time at Washington, he was coached by the renowned Chris Petersen, who played a significant role in shaping Turner's skills and preparing him for a career in the NFL.
In 2018, Turner's dreams of playing in the NFL became a reality when he was signed as an undrafted free agent by the Arizona Cardinals. Despite facing initial challenges as a rookie, he quickly proved himself on the field and was named to the 2018 PFWA All-Rookie Team for his outstanding performance as a special teams player.
Turner made his official NFL debut against the Washington Commanders during week one of the 2018 regular season. Despite being initially signed as a defensive back, he transitioned into becoming an inside linebacker and excelled in his new position. In his rookie season, Turner led the entire NFL in solo special teams tackles with an impressive total of 13.
Off the field, Turner remains grounded in his roots and credits his upbringing in Maryland for instilling in him the values of hard work and perseverance. He attributes much of his success to the unwavering support of his family and loved ones, who have been a constant source of motivation throughout his career.