He graduated in 2005 from Churchill County High School where he earned All-State and All-region honors.

Mauga was named to The Sporting News All-Freshman team in 2005 after play all season games and notched 32 tackles.

He underwent surgery on his torn pectoral muscle on December 17 that cost him playing in the 2008 Humanitarian Bowl.

He was limited to cardiovascular training and lower body weightlifting to be ready for the Nevada Pro Day.

On September 3, 2010, the Jets waived Mauga who was unable to practice during training camp due to a concussion.

[2] On October 9, 2012, he was placed on injured reserve after suffering a torn pectoral muscle during a game against the Houston Texans on Monday Night Football.