T. J. Pesefea
Tautala "TJ" Pesefea Jr. is an American professional football [Tackle (gridiron American football|football position)|defensive tackle] for the Orlando Storm of the United Football League. He played college football for American River and Arizona State. He began his professional career with the Cincinnati Bengals of the National Football League as an undrafted free agent in 2023.
Early life
Pesefea was born in Sacramento, California. He attended Foothill High School where at and, he was a two-sport athlete, playing basketball and football. In football, Pesefea played tight end and defensive end with the Foothill Mustangs. Pesefea graduated in 2018 and was rated a three-star collegiate recruiting prospect.College career
Pesefea first enrolled at American River College where he played in nine games during the 2018 season alongside the American River Beavers. He finished his first season of college football with 17 tackles.In 2019, Pesefea transferred to Arizona State University where he played his sophomore season as a defensive lineman with the Sun Devils. He played in 40 games, redshirting his junior and senior seasons, finishing with 76 total tackles. While at Arizona State, he majored in liberal studies.