Laekin Vakalahi
Position: OL
Jersey #: 78
Date of Birth: January 28, 2003
Height / Weight: 6'5" / 327 lbs
Drafted: Round , Pick in 2024 by
First Team: (2024)
Last Team: LAC (2026)
Career Summary
Laekin Vakalahi joined Philadelphia as an international developmental prospect in 2024.
The Eagles signed him at offensive tackle despite his lack of previous football experience.
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Early Life
Vakalahi was born in Auckland, New Zealand, and raised in Melbourne, Australia.
Philadelphia’s signing profile identifies him as the oldest of five brothers.
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Path to the NFL
Vakalahi joined Philadelphia’s undrafted rookie group in 2024.
The Eagles received an international player roster exemption for him as he began developing at offensive tackle.
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30782, 00-0039932, 2003-01-28, Laekin Vakalahi, Laekin, Vakalahi
MFT PLAYER RANKINGS
Current player ranking
#451Offensive Line
MFT Score: 0.0
2026 preseason baseline. Position-relative and updated through the site’s weekly review process.