The Columbus Aviators released offensive lineman Noah Atagi on Tuesday according to the UFL Transactions page.
Noah Atagi is six foot six and weighs 325 pounds. The 27-year-old from South Ogden, Utah, was drafted by the Columbus Aviators in the 2026 UFL Draft.
Atagi attended the Chicago Bears rookie minicamp in 2024. The Houston Roughnecks signed Atagi on October 4, 2024. In 2025, Atagi played nine games, of which eight were starts.
Houston averaged 18.3 points per game, four rushing yards per game, 185.4 passing yards per game, 274.4 total yards per game, 17 touchdowns, and allowed 15 sacks, finishing 5-5 for the season. He had re-signed with the Roughnecks on July 15, 2025, before the league made changes that included having a draft.
Collegiately, Atagi played six seasons at Weber State (2018-23), playing left tackle in 56 games for the Wildcats with one catch for 5 yards, one touchdown, and one tackle (1 solo). He was named a two-time All-American and a four-time First Team All-Big Sky Conference. He is one of four players to be named First Team four times in Weber State history.
