The New England Patriots announced the signing of linebacker Olakunle Fatukasi to a reserve-futures contract on Wednesday afternoon.
Fatukasi, 23, entered the NFL as an undrafted free agent last spring following a 53-game career at Rutgers. He served as a team captain under Scarlet Knights head coach Greg Schiano and totaled 302 tackles, seven sacks, four forced fumbles, four fumble recoveries and one touchdown return.
Listed at 6-foot-2, 240 pounds, Fatukasi began his rookie regular season on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ active roster and finished it on the Denver Broncos’ practice squad after clearing waivers in December.