David Gusta

David Gusta
No. 96 – BC Lions
PositionDefensive tackle
Roster status
Reserve roster
CFL status
American
Personal information
BornSan Bernardino, California, U.S.
Listed height
6 ft 2 in (1.88 m)
Listed weight
308 lb (140 kg)
Career information
High schoolCajon (San Bernardino, California)
College
Career history
2026–presentBC Lions

David Gusta is an American professional football defensive tackle for the BC Lions of the Canadian Football League (CFL). He played college football for the Kentucky Wildcats and the Washington State Cougars.

Early life

Gusta attended Grand Terrace High School in Grand Terrace, California. He initially committed to play college football for the Fresno State Bulldogs before flipping his commitment to the Washington State Cougars.

College career

Washington State

As a freshman in 2021, Gusta took a redshirt and did not play any games. In 2022, he tallied 11 tackles with one going for a loss in 10 games. In 2023, Gusta recorded 30 tackles, with two being for a loss, and half a sack in 10 starts. In week 2 of the 2024 season, he notched three tackles in a victory over Texas Tech. In week 11, Gusta notched his first sack of the season in a win over Utah State. In the 2024 season, he totaled 21 tackles with three being for a loss, a sack, and three pass deflections. After the season, Gusta entered his name into the NCAA transfer portal.

Kentucky

Gusta transferred to play for the Kentucky Wildcats.

Professional career

Pre-draft measurables
HeightWeightArm lengthHand spanWingspan40-yard dash10-yard split20-yard splitVertical jumpBroad jumpBench press
6 ft 2+3⁄8 in
(1.89 m)		308 lb
(140 kg)		31+1⁄8 in
(0.79 m)		10 in
(0.25 m)		6 ft 4+1⁄4 in
(1.94 m)		4.88 s1.68 s2.81 s32.0 in
(0.81 m)		8 ft 1 in
(2.46 m)		37 reps
All values from NFL Combine/Pro Day

BC Lions

On April 27, 2026, Gusta signed with the BC Lions of the Canadian Football League (CFL). On May 31, 2026, he was assigned to the Lions' practice roster to start the 2026 CFL season. On August 7, 2026, Gusta was promoted to the Lions' active roster. On September 3, 2026, Gusta was reassigned to Lions' practice roster. On September 24, 2026, Gusta was again promoted to the Lions' active roster. On October 2, 2026, Gusta was placed on the Lions' reserve roster after suffering a head injury the previous week.

References

  1. ↑ Lawson, Theo (July 17, 2020). "Southern California defensive tackle flips from Fresno State to Washington State". The Spokesman-Review. Retrieved May 8, 2025.
  2. 1 2 3 Geohagen, Zack. "Washington State DL transfer David Gusta commits to Kentucky". On3.com. Retrieved May 8, 2025.
  3. ↑ Luckett, Adam. "Transfer Portal Bio Blast: David Gusta". On3.com. Retrieved May 8, 2025.
  4. ↑ Hanson, Scott. "WSU DT David Gusta tried tackling piano this summer but is now focused on football". The Seattle Times. Retrieved May 7, 2025.
  5. ↑ Coovert, Levi. "Unsung Coug of the Week: David Gusta's Defensive Impact". The Daily Evergreen. Retrieved May 7, 2025.
  6. ↑ Woods, Greg. "A closer look at David Gusta's monster impact on WSU's defense". The Seattle Times. Retrieved May 7, 2025.
  7. ↑ Roberts, Ryan. "Top ranked transfer portal defensive tackle sets three visits, and is generating interest from all over College Football". A to Z Sports. Retrieved May 8, 2025.
  8. ↑ "David Gusta Draft and Combine Prospect Profile". NFL.com. Retrieved February 26, 2026.
  9. ↑ "David Gusta College Football Profile". DraftScout.com. Retrieved February 26, 2026.
  10. ↑ "B.C. Lions sign NFL Combine standout David Gusta, two others". 3DownNation.com. Retrieved April 28, 2026.
  11. ↑ "BC Lions Transactions". BC Lions. Retrieved May 31, 2026.
  12. ↑ "Transactions". bclions.com. Retrieved September 4, 2026.
  13. ↑ Staff, 3Down (October 2, 2026). "Levi Bell out for B.C. Lions in Toronto". 3DownNation. Retrieved October 3, 2026.{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)
  14. ↑ "Transactions". bclions.com. Retrieved October 3, 2026.