Gabe Ikard

Born

1990-09-26

Birthplace

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA

Biography

Gabe Ikard is a former NFL offensive lineman turned sports analyst and media personality. During his collegiate career at the University of Oklahoma, Ikard distinguished himself as a standout player, securing two Big 12 Championships, three First Team All-Big 12 selections, and earning Consensus All-American honors in 2013. Beyond the field, he demonstrated exceptional academic prowess, graduating with a perfect 4.0 GPA and dedicating substantial time to community service. His accomplishments garnered numerous prestigious accolades, including the 2013 Academic All-American of the Year, the Don Key Award, the Wuerffel Trophy, the Selmon Spirit Award, and the NCAA Today's Top 10 Award. Following his collegiate success, Gabe Ikard spent four seasons in the NFL, playing for the Titans, Bills, Browns, Lions, Broncos, and Saints before retiring in 2018. He then shifted his focus to sports media, where he has hosted programs on SiriusXM College Sports Radio and SiriusXM SEC Radio. Today, he co-hosts "The Oklahoma Breakdown with Ikard and Lehman", a popular bi-weekly sports podcast dedicated to Oklahoma football, alongside fellow analyst Teddy Lehman. Gabe lives in Oklahoma City with his wife, Caroline, and their two sons.