Troy Fautanu is an American football offensive tackle for the Pittsburgh Steelers as of the 2024 NFL season. The Pittsburgh Steelers selected him as the 20th overall pick in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft. In 2024, he signed a four-year rookie contract with the team valued at $15 million. Fautanu's rookie season ended after playing just one game due to a dislocated kneecap. As of October 2024, Fautanu is placed on the Steelers' injured reserve list.
Fautanu began his football journey at Liberty High School, where he actively participated on the school’s team. After four seasons as an offensive and defensive lineman at Liberty, hE earned a three-star recruit rating, making him a top-60 offensive tackle prospect nationally. Subsequently, he committed to playing college football for the University of Washington. Fautanu solidified his starting role in all games during both the 2022 and 2023 seasons. Notably, he earned the coveted Morris Trophy and a spot on the First-team All-Pac-12 in 2023.
What is Troy Fautanu's ethnicity?
According to The Palm Beach Post, Troy Fautanu belongs to a Polynesian ancestry. His parents hail from American Samoa. Interestingly, he also has a tattoo sleeve, a tribute to his Polynesian heritage.
Troy Fautanu Nationality
Troy Fautanu is an American citizen by birth.
FAQs on Troy Fautanu
A. A. Troy Fautanu stands 6 feet 4 inches or 1.93 meters and he weighs around 317 pounds or 144 kg.
A. Troy Fautanu attended the University of Washington, where he played college football.
A. Troy Fautanu recorded an official time of 5.01 seconds to complete the 40-yard dash at the 2024 NFL Combine.
A. Troy Fautanu is 24 years old as of October 2024. He was born on October 11, 2000.
A. Troy Fautanu was selected as the 20th overall pick in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft by the Pittsburgh Steelers.
