Career
He was drafted by the Tennessee Titans in the fifth round of the 2006 NFL Draft. He played college football at Tennessee. Tennessee Titans
He was drafted by the Tennessee Titans in the 5th Round of the 2006 NFL Draft, played ten games for them in the 2006 season,and was released on September 11, 2007.
Miami Dolphins
On October 24, 2007, he was waived by the Miami Dolphins.
Atlanta Falcons
He was signed by the Atlanta Falcons on November 20 when Rod Coleman was placed on injured reserve. Mahelona was cut on December 29, 2007.
Jacksonville Jaguars
Mahelona was signed by the Jacksonville Jaguars on August 7, 2008, after defensive tackle Tywain Myles was waived. He was cut August 30.
He did not make the opening day roster.
Mahelona was killed in an automobile accident in Hawaii early on the morning of September 5, 2009. Mahelona"s vehicle collided with construction equipment. Police reported that speed and alcohol were factors in the crash.
