Domata Peko

Domata Peko (born November 27, 1984) is an American football defensive tackle for the Cincinnati Bengals out of Michigan State University. He is from Pago Pago, American Samoa. He is a lifelong friend of former Bengals defensive end Jonathan Fanene. His brother, Tupe Peko, also played in the NFL. Peko and his wife, Anna, have two sons, Domata Jr. and Joseph.

College career
Peko started his college football at College of the Canyons before transferring to Michigan State University. He wore number 96 for the Spartans who were coached by John L. Smith at the time. As a senior he made 53 tackles. One of the most memorable moments of his career was against archrival Michigan when he returned a Chad Henne fumble for a touchdown in front of a roaring crowd at Spartan Stadium. He was a sociology major. Peko is currently living in Crestview Hills, Kentucky.

Professional career
Peko was drafted by the Cincinnati Bengals in the fourth round (123rd overall) of the 2006 NFL Draft.

In July 2008, the Bengals signed Peko to a five-year extension worth $29.3 million.