Destiny Vaeao


Destiny Lalotoa Vaeao is an American football defensive tackle who is currently a free agent. He was signed by the Philadelphia Eagles as an undrafted free agent in 2016 after playing college football at Washington State.

Professional career

Philadelphia Eagles

Vaeao was signed by the Philadelphia Eagles as an undrafted free agent on May 5, 2016. He made the Eagles final roster, playing in all 16 games recording 15 tackles, two sacks and a forced fumble. Vaeao recorded 10 tackles in his second season and won Super Bowl LII 41-33 against the New England Patriots.
On October 16, 2018, Vaeao was waived/injured by the Eagles and was placed on injured reserve. He was released on October 24, 2018.

New York Jets

On November 19, 2018, Vaeao was signed to the New York Jets practice squad. He was promoted to the active roster on December 29, 2018.

Carolina Panthers

On April 8, 2019, Vaeao signed with the Carolina Panthers. He was placed on injured reserve on August 28, 2019. He was waived from injured reserve on September 24.