While the defensive tackle market isn’t the best, free agent Leki Fotu could receive interest from teams soon. According to a report, Fotu isn’t the best defensive lineman available but he still has a lot of upside as a rotational piece. Originally selected in the fourth round of the 2020 NFL Draft, the former Utah product didn’t have an easy rookie season after being put on the injured reserve with an ankle injury but later was activated. Fotu is no reliable starter and is injury prone but he could be a worthy investment in a team’s pass rush.
The NFL Free Agency hasn’t been the best this offseason despite talent like Jonathan Allen and Javon Kinlaw being available. Fotu spent the first few years with the Arizona Cardinals before getting a new opportunity with the New York Jets. The defensive tackle had to miss the entire campaign with the Jets in his first tenure with them and to no surprise, the team isn’t going to bring him back. Fotu doesn’t have a lot of miles in him but these five teams could take a chance on him for what could be his last opportunity in the league if he can’t improve.
Best Available Free Agent Leki Fotu “Gem” Could Have Suitors Soon – 5 Possible Next Teams
Potential Destinations
New Orleans Saints
The New Orleans Saints already had themselves a potential steal in free agency this offseason after snatching Davon Godchaux. Many could anticipate winning the starting job while Nathan Shepherd could continue to develop. This means the Saints should still be on a bargain hunt considering their salary cap situation. Fotu won’t start but he could be a solid rotational defensive lineman.
Baltimore Ravens
For the Ravens, it’s never a bad idea for the team to bolster its pass-rushing unit. Last season, the Ravens didn’t have the same defense they were hoping for since losing Jadeveon Clowney, Geno Stone and a few veteran talents. While the team is getting younger, the team should add a man like Fotu to salvage the trenches behind Nnamdi Madubuike to provide some relief for Broderick Washington and Travis Jones.
Kansas City Chiefs
The same can be said about the Kansas City Chiefs even though they have one of the best defensive tackles in Chris Jones. The Chiefs did lose Tershawn Wharton which could become very costly if they don’t add immediate depth, especially for George Karlaftis. Meanwhile, the team could sign Fotu to get some rotational talent to spare other players breathing room.
Carolina Panthers
The Carolina Panthers had their vision of improving the offense for quarterback Bryce Young but it’s time for the team to do the same for its defense. They’ve done phenomenal acquiring Tershawn Wharton for Derrick Brown’s return but it’s never a bad idea to add depth. The Panthers need plenty of it and while Fotu isn’t the best talent, he could have an upside in Carolina.
Los Angeles Chargers
Nobody loves playing in the trenches more than head coach Jim Harbaugh. After losing Poona Ford, the Chargers should look for another capable lineman to salvage this defense. Fotu won’t drastically change the pass rush but he could provide some relief.
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