Emmanuel Acho grew up in Dallas with his three siblings, the son of Nigerian immigrant parents. In 2012 he was drafted into the NFL by the Cleveland Browns, and later played with the Philadelphia Eagles, while earning a master's degree in sports psychology at the University of Texas in the off-seasons. In 2016 he left the NFL for ESPN, where he served as the youngest national football analyst, and was named a 2018 Forbes Under 30 Selection. He is now a Fox Sports analyst and the creator of the ongoing online video series 'Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man'.
An absolute must-read...Emmanuel Acho dives into important subjects like cultural appropriation and white privilege, urging you to find a way to join in the fight against racism. -- <i><b>Cosmopolitan</b></i> I really love this . . . [it's] deeply informative for those who need more clarity and understanding. Get educated with Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man -- <b>Jada Pickett Smith</b> This book from the former NFL player and current Fox Sports analyst provides a new voice in the dialogue about racism. -- <i><b>Washington Post</b></i> This incredibly important book tackles all the race-related questions people have but are afraid to ask. -- <b>GMA.com</b> The author delivers exactly what he promises in the title, tackling difficult topics with the depth of an engaged cultural thinker and the style of an experienced wordsmith. Throughout, Acho is a friendly guide, seeking to sow understanding even if it means risking just a little discord. -- <i><b>Kirkus Reviews</b></i>