Olive Sagapolu
Quick Facts
Biography
Olive Sagapolu (born February 16, 1997) is an American football defensive tackle for the New Jersey Generals of the United States Football League (USFL). He played college football at Wisconsin.
Professional career
Green Bay Packers
On July 26, 2019, Sagapolu signed with the Green Bay Packers of the National Football League (NFL). He was waived on August 31.
Detroit Lions
On December 17, 2019, Sagapolu was signed to the Detroit Lions' practice squad. On December 30, 2019, Sagapolu was signed to a reserve/future contract. On August 27, 2020, Sagapolu was waived by the Lions. He was re-signed four days later but waived again on September 5.
Atlanta Falcons
On May 17, 2021, Sagapolu was signed by the Atlanta Falcons. On August 24, the Falcons released Sagapolu.
Pittsburgh Maulers
Sagapolu was selected in the 24th round of the 2022 USFL draft by the Pittsburgh Maulers He was released from his contract on August 14, 2023, to sign with an NFL team.
Philadelphia Eagles
Sagapolu signed with the Philadelphia Eagles on August 14, 2023. He was released on August 29, 2023.
New Jersey Generals
On October 31, 2023, Sagapolu signed with the New Jersey Generals.
Personal life
Sagapolu's uncle Domata Peko played in the NFL and went to Michigan State. Another uncle Tupe Peko played in the NFL and Arena Football League. Sagapolu enjoys swimming in the ocean, playing the ukulele and singing.