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Watch: 6′8″ and 365 Pound Jalen Hurts Protector Sets the Stage on Fire by Turning Into a Rockstar for His Special Day

Published 07/03/2023, 5:00 PM EDT

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NFL offensive tackle Jordan Mailata recently tied the knot with Niki Ikahihifo-Bender. Their wedding day turned out to be nothing short of extraordinary. While the entire event was filled with love and celebration, there was one moment that truly stole the show, as Mailata turned into a trailblazing rockstar on stage. 

As an offensive tackle for the Philadelphia Eagles, Mailata’s primary role is to protect quarterback Jalen Hurts from the relentless onslaught of opposing defenses. Standing tall at an impressive 6′8″ and weighing a formidable 365 pounds, Mailata is an imposing figure on the field. But while Hurts has been the rockstar of the team on the field, Mailata got his own moment as a rockstar as he set the stage on fire while celebrating his momentous day. 

Jordan Mailata blazes the floor on Wedding Day

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Jordan Mailata is an extremely talented man, especially after we’ve seen him seamlessly shift bases from Rugby to the NFL. But he displayed an entirely new skillset at his wedding, which left everyone in attendance stunned. As the couple took to the dance floor for the father-daughter dance, Mailata surprised everyone by unleashing his golden pipes.

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The Eagles OT delivered a breathtaking rendition of Stevie Wonder’s 1976 classic, ‘Isn’t She Lovely’. The video capturing Mailata’s heartfelt rendition of the song during his wedding took everyone by storm, showcasing a side of him that few knew existed. His powerful voice and soulful delivery left everyone in awe. Safe to say, this gentle giant proved that he can not only dominate on the football field but also set the stage on fire like a true rockstar. 

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From the upside down to Philly: Mailata’s journey to NFL

While many talents in the league have always pursued football as their profession, Mailata’s journey is quite different. Hailing from Australia, the 26-year-old OT started off his career as a Rugby Player. However, fate had something else in store for him. 

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Mailata was scouted by the Philadelphia Eagles when they discovered his immense potential during the NFL’s International Player Pathway Program. Despite having no prior experience in American football, Mailata embraced the opportunity with open arms. Since then, he has dedicated himself to mastering the sport. His incredible work ethic, coupled with his exceptional physical attributes, has made him a force that opposing defenses have to fear on a day-to-day basis. 

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Armaan Gupta is an NFL Writer at EssentiallySports. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Mass Media and Communication from a prestigious university. Gupta's love for football spans different leagues, from NFL to College Football to XFL.
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