Patriots Sign Former Rams Defensive Lineman - Report

Olajiga was born in London, England, and later came to the United States to play college football. He's 27 years old, and signed as a part of the Patriots International Player Pathway Program.

Throughout his collegiate career, Olajiga played in 32 games between Central Missouri and Butler. At Central Missouri in 2023, he had his best season. He totaled 4.5 sacks, eight tackles for loss, 41 total tackles, and one forced fumble.

Across his college career, he had nine sacks, one pass defender, three forced fumbles, one fumble recovery, 20 tackles for loss, and 98 total tackles.

He signed with the Rams on a futures contract in January of 2025. The six-foot-three, 313-pound defensive tackle hasn't played in an NFL game in his career yet. If he were to suit up for the Patriots in 2025, it'd be his first NFL experience.

He's joining a revamped defensive front, with Milton Williams, Joshua Farmer, and Khyiris Tonga. As a part of the International Player Pathway Program, Olajiga will have a chance to earn a roster spot this offseason.

There have been some incredible stories through the International Player Pathway Program, with Philadelphia Eagles offensive tackle Jordan Mailata being the most noteworthy.

While he doesn't have any NFL experience, the 27-year-old New England native will have a chance to make the roster. As part of the International Pathways Program in the NFL, Olajiga also won't take up a roster spot.

The Patriots will get to keep him, and see what he can do, without sacrificing a spot on their roster, creating more flexibility than a typical free agent signing would.