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From Samoa to Cincy: Peko’s Long, Strange Journey
Published by Jason Singer on May 29, 2009
Article Source: Bleacher Report - NFL
As the son of a preacher, Peko—a devout Christian—always envisioned joining the ministry.
In fact, the 6'3", 325-pound linebacker didn't stepped onto a football field until his senior year of high school.
So the only thing longer than the 7,300-mile journey from Samoa to Cincinnati were the odds of Peko making it to the NFL.
Yet here he is, entering his fourth year in the league, a starter and leader on an ever-improving Bengals defense.
The humble Samoan attributes his success to his family and faith.
"My dad is the pastor, so that's how I was brought up," Pe...
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