The Las Vegas Raiders have bolstered their defensive line by signing veteran defensive tackle Leki Fotu.Fotu, 26, brings experience and depth to the Raiders’ interior defense.Instagram+5Silver And Black Pride+5SI+5YouTube
Originally drafted by the Arizona Cardinals in the fourth round of the 2020 NFL Draft out of the University of Utah, Fotu spent four seasons with the Cardinals.During his tenure in Arizona, he appeared in 58 regular-season games, making 22 starts.In the 2022 and 2023 seasons, Fotu was a regular starter, showcasing his abilities on the defensive front. Silver And Black Pride
In 2024, Fotu signed with the New York Jets.Unfortunately, his season was marred by injuries, limiting his playing time to just one start and leading to two stints on injured reserve. Silver And Black Pride+7Silver And Black Pride+7YouTube+7
Fotu’s addition aligns with the Raiders’ strategy under first-year general manager John Spytek, who has prioritized enhancing the team’s depth during the offseason.This move follows the re-signing of key defensive linemen such as Adam Butler and Zachary Carter, as well as the acquisition of other notable free agents. Silver And Black Pride+1YouTube+1SBNation.com+1Wikipedia+1
By bringing Fotu on board, the Raiders aim to strengthen their run defense and add a reliable rotational player to their defensive line as they prepare for the upcoming season.
