Former Cal running back Joe Echema is suing the Redwood City Fire Department for racial discrimination. Echema became a firefighter after his short stint in the NFL, which included the Oakland Raiders. Joe Echema was known as Adimchinobe “Joe” Echemandu while he played at Cal and had 1195 yards on 238 carries in 2003 for the Bears. In 2004, he was drafted in the 7th round by the Cleveland Browns.
Joe is one of my favorite running backs of the JT era. Along with Igber, Mandarino, and JJ, they were the old school 'tough guys' who brought Cal football back to respectability. I remember jumping out of my seat when he blasted up the middle for the go-ahead TD vs. VA Tech in the Insight Bowl. Great memories. (Can't believe it's been almost 20 years ago!)
Joe is one of my favorite running backs of the JT era. Along with Igber, Mandarino, and JJ, they were the old school 'tough guys' who brought Cal football back to respectability. I remember jumping out of my seat when he blasted up the middle for the go-ahead TD vs. VA Tech in the Insight Bowl. Great memories. (Can't believe it's been almost 20 years ago!)