Tommy Akingbesote

College career Akingbesote enrolled at Maryland in June 2021. He appeared in 12 games, two as a starter, in 2022, posting 14 tackles and two sacks. He then recorded 28 tackles, two passes defended, a sack and a blocked field goal during the 2023 season. As a senior in 2024, he started all 12 games and was the leader among the team's defensive linemen with 32 tackles. He also recorded five tackles-for-loss (TFLs) and one sack. He finished his tenure at Maryland having appeared in 44 games, recording 77 tackles, eight TFLs, four sacks and two passes defended.

Dallas Cowboys Akingbesote was selected by the Dallas Cowboys in the seventh round (247th overall) of the 2025 NFL draft. He was waived on August 26 as part of final roster cuts.

Carolina Panthers On September 8, 2025, Akingbesote was signed to the Carolina Panthers practice squad. He was released on September 23.

Buffalo Bills On October 28, 2025, Akingbesote signed with the Buffalo Bills' practice squad. On January 19, 2026, he signed a reserve/futures contract with Buffalo.

Akingbesote attended team training camp, and played in the Bills’ preseason opener against the Carolina Panthers on August 15, but was released by the team three days later.

Jacksonville Jaguars On August 23, 2026, Akingbesote signed with the Jacksonville Jaguars.