Tevita Pekipaki brings NFL-sized DT tools and early-season rotational value to Weber State
In the 2026 season, Tevita Pekipaki is listed as a sophomore defensive tackle at Weber State at 6-foot-5, 305 pounds, and he’s already on the depth chart in a loaded DT room, which says he’s earning real trust rather than just collecting roster real estate[1][2][3]. His appeal is the classic big-man package: length, mass, and a frame that can clog lanes and eat blocks, with 2025 production at San Jose City College showing 22 tackles, 5.5 tackles for loss, and 1.5 sacks[4]. He looks like a fit for a team that wants disruptive size inside and is willing to develop upside rather than chase a finished product.
