Steve Kaufusi

Sitiveni P. Kaufusi is a former American football defensive lineman in the National Football League for the Philadelphia Eagles from 1988 to 1990. He was selected in the 12th round of the 1988 NFL draft.

College career

Kaufusi also played college football at Brigham Young University and attended junior college at Dixie State College

Coaching career

Most recently, Kaufusi was defensive-line coach at Brigham Young University, stepping down in January 2018. He played a key role in recruiting Polynesian players to BYU. Kaufusi was one of just a few Tongans coaching in Division I football.

Personal life

Kaufusi's three sons, Bronson, Corbin, and Devin all played college football for the BYU Cougars. Devin also played football for the University of Utah. Bronson and Corbin both played for the BYU basketball team as well. His wife, Michelle Kaufusi is currently mayor of Provo, Utah.