Teitum Tuioti, EDGE, Oregon: 2027 NFL Draft Prospect Profile & Scouting Report
1. General Information
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Name |
Teitum Tuioti |
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Position |
Edge Rusher (EDGE) |
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Number |
44 |
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Class |
Senior |
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School |
Oregon |
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Height / Weight |
6’3″ / 263 lbs |
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Hometown / HS |
Laie, Hawaii / Sheldon HS (OR) |
2. Career Statistical Breakdown
Defensive Performance & Pass Rush Production
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**Season** |
**Team** |
**G** |
**Tackles** |
**TFL** |
**Sacks** |
**FF** |
|
2023 |
Oregon |
14 |
21 |
4.0 |
2.0 |
0 |
|
2024 |
Oregon |
14 |
58 |
8.0 |
5.5 |
1 |
|
2025 |
Oregon |
15 |
68 |
16.0 |
9.5 |
2 |
|
**Total** |
**43** |
**147** |
**28.0** |
**17.0** |
**3** |
3. NFL Combine Testing Projections
Projected metrics for the 2027 NFL Draft cycle based on athletic framework, pedigree, and verified short-area closing twitch.
- 40-Yard Dash: 4.58 – 4.68s
- Vertical Jump: 33.5″ – 35.5″
- Broad Jump: 9’10” – 10’2″
- 20-Yard Shuttle: 4.25 – 4.38s
- 3-Cone Drill: 7.02 – 7.18s
4. Scouting & Transfer Notes
Background Profile
Tuioti possesses a deep-rooted, high-level football pedigree as the son of current Oregon defensive line coach Tony Tuioti. After growing up in Nebraska and Utah, he completed his prep career as a dominant asset for Sheldon High School in Eugene, Oregon.
He worked heavily into the defensive rotation as a true freshman in 2023, recording 4.0 tackles for loss. Tuioti completely elevated his national projection as a sophomore in 2024, logging 58 tackles and 5.5 sacks. His absolute masterpiece unfolded during the 2025 campaign.
Functioning as the definitive edge catalyst for an aggressive Ducks defense, Tuioti anchored the unit by logging career highs of 16.0 tackles for loss and 9.5 sacks, stringing together a remarkable 15-game streak with at least one TFL dating back to 2024. Bypassing an early draft window, he returns for his senior year in 2026 as a premier blue-chip defensive bookend.
Key Strengths
- Elite Tactical Instincts & Pedigree: As a coach’s son, he operates with master-level block recognition, rarely misreading keys and sorting through perimeter constraint plays cleanly.
- Violent, Heavy-Handed Play Style: Features a highly robust, physical 263-pound outline that allows him to set a concrete edge or turn power instantly into a compression bull rush.
- High-Frequency Backfield Disruption: Highly consistent motor tracking down ball carriers; recorded a tackle for loss in 15 consecutive games spanning the 2024 and 2025 seasons.
- Premium Lateral Closure: Displays impressive short-area speed and coverage comfort for a heavy-set edge, deflecting 5 passes out of throwing lanes as a junior.
Developmental Focus
Standing at 6’3″, Tuioti fields a slightly shorter frame than the prototypical, elongated modern NFL edge rusher. Because he can face length deficiencies against long-armed, 6’7″ offensive tackles, he must maintain hand-placement precision to prevent blockers from locking onto his chest frame first. Pro evaluators will spend the upcoming season grading his step-by-step counter efficiency when his initial power rush lane is successfully stalled.
Draft Countdown Film Notes
- 9/5/26: 6 tackles (3 solos), 2 TFL, 1 sack, 4 QBH | Tuioti is the ultimate hustle player. Playing with exigency. Tuioti never gives up on a play. This is necessary when playing with the group he plays with. Because of Bear Alexander, A’Mauri Washington, and Matayo Uiagilalei constantly funneling opposing players his way.
All-Star Game Notes
*pending*
Combine/Pro Day Measurables
*pending*