D. J. Dale

D. J. Dale is an American professional football defensive tackle for the Orlando Pirates of the Indoor Football League. He played college football for the Alabama Crimson Tide.

Early life

Dale grew up in Birmingham, Alabama and attended Clay-Chalkville High School. Dale committed to play college football at Alabama over an offer from Auburn.

College career

Dale was named Alabama's starting nose tackle going into his freshman season. He finished the season with 17 tackles, three tackles for loss, one sack and one quarterback hurry. As a sophomore, he had 22 tackles, one tackle for loss, two pass breakups, and one fumble recovery. Dale had 18 tackles with four tackles for loss and two sacks in his junior season.

Professional career

Buffalo Bills

Dale was signed by the Buffalo Bills as an undrafted free agent on May 12, 2023. He was waived on August 29, 2023.

Massachusetts Pirates

On January 18, 2025, Dale signed with the Massachusetts Pirates of the Indoor Football League.
On November 30, 2025, Dale re-signed with the team, now rebranded as the Orlando Pirates.