Taliese Fuaga, OT, Oregon State. Ranked #14 overall on the 2024 consensus board (Round 1 projection); New Orleans drafted him in Round 1, pick 14.
Player Production
Career USAGEHow often this player was on the field compared to others at the position. Listed as USG below
★ All‑Pro · † Pro Bowl
76STARTER
| Yr | Team | W-L | G | GS | SNP% | USG | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| '24 | NO | 5-12 | 17 | 17 | 98% | 79 | |
| '25 | NO | 6-11 | 13 | 13 | 96% | 72 | |
| Rookie Contract | — | 30 | 30 | 98% | 76 | ||
| Career | — | 30 | 30 | 98% | 76 | ||
Size & Length
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Range Profile
Avg/BelowGoodGreatClass Peers *All OT in the 2024 draft class.
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Context
Height
6'5 ¾"
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Frame profile.
Weight
324 lbs
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Body mass profile.
Arm Length
33.1"
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Length profile.
Hand Size
10.1"
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Grip profile.
Athletic Profile
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Value
Range Profile
Avg/BelowGoodGreatClass Peers *All OT in the 2024 draft class.
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Context
Speed & Explosion
40 Yard Dash
5.13 sec.
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Speed over distance.
Vertical Jump
32"
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Explosiveness and leg strength.
Broad Jump
111"
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Explosiveness and leg strength.
Agility
10 Yard Split
1.77 sec.
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Initial burst.
3 Cone
N/A
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Agility and change of direction.
Short Shuttle
N/A
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Flexibility, burst, and balance.
Strength
Bench Press
N/A
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Upper-body strength.
CHALKTALK
Selected 14th overall, Taliese Fuaga has validated his Round 1 draft investment — ranking among the top 100% of OTs from the 2024 draft class.