Simote Pepa brings sturdy interior size and proven Pac-12 experience to Washington's defensive front
Pepa is a 6-foot-3 defensive tackle whose appeal is built on interior sturdiness, game experience, and a ready-made frame for eating blocks and helping control the line of scrimmage. He played nine games for Utah in 2024, finishing with 10 tackles and 2.0 tackles for loss, which suggests a rotational impact profile rather than a pure stat-padding role.[7] His EA Sports College Football 26 rating of 77 reflects a solid all-around baseline, and his background as a productive high-school defender hints at competitive toughness and useful upside if his technique and consistency keep advancing.[1][5]
