Brian Tapu
Brian Tapu is a three-star recruit from South Auckland, UT, out of West (No. 795 in the 2025 class) who has not played in San José State's 9 games this season.
Where Tapu comes from
- South Auckland, UT
- West
- West is about 600 miles from CEFCU Stadium
- Three-star, No. 795 in the 2025 class; signed with Nebraska.
Where Tapu fits
San José State lists 17 offensive linemen this season.
San José State offensive linemen with a game this season
The team’s line is 94th in the country in line yards this season (a team number).
San José State is 4-5. Next: vs Northern Illinois, Sat Nov 7.
Similar players
Same class and position
From West
Came to San José State by way of Nebraska.
Where to follow
Awards
A three-star recruit at offensive line for San José State -- now graded to hold down a real starting-caliber role.
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The unit he anchors ranks 94th nationally in line yards this season. See the full unit breakdown →
San José State has produced 2 All-Conference offensive linemen. 1 has gone on to the NFL Draft since 2016. Wes Schweitzer went on to the NFL out of this room (2016).
Two seasons, two schools
- 2026 San José State NiumataloloYear 2 · Games –
- Jan 2026 Entered the transfer portalNebraska to San José State
- 2025 Nebraska RhuleYear 1 · Games –
- High school WestSalt Lake City, UT · Class of 2025Three-star, No. 795 in the 2025 class. Signed with Nebraska.Also from West: Dallas Vakalahi (Penn State), Nuku Mafi (Purdue), Rob Lapuaho (Arizona State) and 5 more.
Moves
- Transferred from Nebraska to San José State, Jan 21, 2026.
2025
- Signed with NebraskaThree-star, out of West
2026
- Transferred to San José Statefrom Nebraska
Coaching lineage · 2025–2026
2 coachesPlayed for 2 head coaches at 2 schools: Matt Rhule and Ken Niumatalolo.
Next stop · Transfer
Transferred to San José State
Where it started
From South Auckland, New Zealand — one of 5 players from New Zealand in FBS this season.