He played college football for the Hawaii Warriors and was selected by the Cleveland Browns in the second round of the 2009 NFL draft.

An interesting accolade Veikune earned his junior and senior year was the Larry Price All-Katoosh Team, which is a list of the state’s 11 hardest hitters.

[4] He was taken one pick before Pro Bowler LeSean McCoy, although the Browns were already starting Jamal Lewis at tailback.

[6] On November 17, 2010, Veikune signed with the Denver Broncos and was a top special team player for the remaining 2010 season.

[9][10] On May 31, 2013, Veikune was released by the Riders before training camp started because he had a high ankle sprain that wouldn't heal until the end of the season.

[11] On October 1, 2013, Veikune was assigned to the expansion Los Angeles Kiss of the Arena Football League.