Sam Roberts

Sam Roberts is a professional NFL player born on April 14, 1998, in Waynesville, Missouri. He attended Waynesville High School before advancing to play college football at Northwest Missouri State, where he honed his skills as a defensive tackle. In the 2022 NFL Draft, Roberts was selected by the New England Patriots in the sixth round, 200th overall. His NFL career began with the Patriots, but he later joined the Atlanta Falcons. As a defensive tackle, Roberts has demonstrated solid defensive capabilities. In his 2025 season, he played for both the Carolina Panthers during the preseason and the Atlanta Falcons in the regular season. During the regular season, Roberts played in five games and started in one, recording 1 sack and 18 combined tackles, including 6 solo tackles and 12 assisted tackles. He also had 1 tackle for loss and 2 quarterback hits. Roberts' playing style is characterized by his defensive skills, contributing to his team's defensive line's effectiveness. His size, standing 77 inches tall and weighing 300 pounds, provides a robust presence on the field. Despite being early in his career, Roberts has already started to make an impact in the NFL with his performances.