Joshua Weru
Position: LB
Jersey #: 46
Date of Birth: October 3, 2003
Height / Weight: 6'4" / 244 lbs
Drafted: Round , Pick in 2026 by
First Team: PHI (2026)
Last Team: PHI (2026)
Career Summary
Joshua Weru is a linebacker and International Player Pathway participant who transitioned to American football from rugby.
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Path to the NFL
Weru entered the NFL through the 2026 International Player Pathway program.
He was inspired by former rugby player Christian Wade’s transition to American football.
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NFL Career
Weru joined Philadelphia through the International Player Pathway program.
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Career Accomplishments
Weru was selected for the NFL’s International Player Pathway class of 2026.
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Playing Style
Weru is listed as a linebacker.
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31915, 00-0040926, 10/3/2003, Joshua Weru, Joshua, Weru
MFT PLAYER RANKINGS
Current player ranking
#397Defensive Line
MFT Score: 0.0
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