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Notre Dame's Julian Okwara not mad at Giants for cutting his brother Romeo two years ago

Notre Dame defensive lineman Julian Okwara speaks during a press conference at the NFL Combine in Indianapolis on Thursday. Credit: AP/AJ Mast

INDIANAPOLIS – Julian Okwara said he holds no grudge against the Giants for cutting his older brother, Romeo, prior to the start of the 2018 season. But he did say that Romeo is “in a better place” with the Lions, who claimed him right after the Giants waived him.

Romeo Okwara has posted nine sacks in his two seasons in Detroit.

Julian Okwara, a defensive lineman from Notre Dame at the NFL Combine, said he is grateful that the Giants gave Romeo, an undrafted rookie, his first opportunity in the league.