Abdul-Quddus was signed by the New Orleans Saints as an undrafted rookie free agent following the 2011 NFL Draft. On January 7, 2014, Abdul-Quddus was released by the Saints.
Detroit Lions[]
Abdul-Quddus was claimed off waivers by the Detroit Lions on February 3, 2014.[1] On March 10, 2015, the Lions re-signed Abdul-Quddus to a one-year contract.[2]
Miami Dolphins[]
On March 9, 2016, the Miami Dolphins signed Abdul-Quddus to a three-year contract totaling $12.75 million.[3] He started 15 games in his first season with the Dolphins. He recorded a career-high 78 tackles along with five passes defended, two interceptions, and one sack. He was placed on injured reserve on December 28, 2016 after suffering a neck injury in Week 16 against the Buffalo Bills.[4]
On March 9, 2017, Abdul-Quddus was released by the Dolphins.[5]