Raymond Daniel Saleaumua (born November 25, 1964) is an American former professional football player who was a defensive tackle in the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Arizona State Sun Devils and was selected in the seventh round of the 1987 NFL draft. He played in the NFL for the Detroit Lions, Kansas City Chiefs and Seattle Seahawks.

Early life

Saleaumua was born in San Diego, California. He attended high school at Sweetwater High and attended college at Arizona State University. He played Nose tackle, defensive tackle, and defensive end throughout his college and pro career.

Professional career

Saleaumua played in the NFL for twelve seasons. He was selected by the Detroit Lions in the 7th round (175th overall) of the 1987 NFL draft. He played for the Detroit Lions for two years, 1987 and 1988. He then played for the Kansas City Chiefs from 1989 to 1996, and finally the Seattle Seahawks in 1997 and 1998. He played in the Pro Bowl in 1995. His fumble recovery record for the Kansas City Chiefs (17) still stands. He graduated from Arizona State in 1997.

Life after the NFL

Saleaumua was the volunteer defensive line coach in 2000 and 2001 for Desert Vista High School in Phoenix, Arizona. In January 2011, he led his team to a commanding 21–8 victory as head coach in the Polynesian All American Classic Bowl game in Los Angeles. Saleaumua lives in Phoenix, Arizona and Kansas City, Missouri. He has been an entrepreneur and business owner since his NFL career. He is the father of two grown sons. In January 2019 Dan Saleaumua was inducted into the Polynesian Football Hall of Fame.

Personal life

Saleaumua's sister is married to his former Chiefs teammate, Tim Grunhard.

Career statistics

Punts and kickoffs: