Overview
- In Week 10, Tonga logged eight offensive snaps at fullback, all designed runs that gained 75 yards, per Next Gen Stats.
- He sealed the edge on TreVeyon Henderson's 69-yard touchdown and drew praise for clearing multiple Buccaneers defenders.
- Vrabel labeled him a three-phase player who contributes on defense, offense and field-goal protection.
- The move arose from roster adjustments after rookie Brock Lampe's season-ending foot injury, with Jack Westover also seeing reps at fullback.
- Coaches and teammates highlighted his unusual athleticism for 335 pounds, including a 5.1-second 40 at BYU and high-effort blocks.