JOHN
PENISINI
DT
Status
On roster
Ht/Wt
6’2’’,
333 lbs
Experience
2
years
Debut
Sep 13, 2020
Born
May 31, 1997
(26 yrs)
West Jordan, Utah
Hometown
Kearns, Utah
Drafted
Drafted by Detroit in 2020 (6/197).
College
Utah
Acquired
Acquired as a free agent in 2023.
Transactions & Injuries
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 2024-01-09 |
Signed by the New Orleans Saints to a future contract.
|
| 2023-12-07 |
Signed by the New Orleans Saints to the practice squad.
|
| 2023-08-09 |
Waived/injured by the Carolina Panthers.
|
| 2023-08-02 |
Undisclosed, physically unable to perform.
|
| 2023-08-01 |
Waived/failed physical by the Carolina Panthers.
|
Scouting Report
A mammoth human being, he was very difficult to push around at the line of scrimmage. Was adept at playing right up against opposing centers, but could also line up as a defensive tackle (in a 4-3 scheme). Did not provide much of a pass rush but excelled against the run (it often took two linemen to block him effectively). Lacked the speed to get to the quarterback but had enough quickness to bust up plays in the backfield.
Long Range Potential: Hulking interior defensive lineman.
