Francis Mauigoa

NFL Draft Profile: Francis Mauigoa

Position: Offensive Tackle | School: Miami (FL) | Class: Junior

Height: 6'5.5" | Weight: 326 lbs | Archetype: Balanced (Zone/Power Hybrid)

College Career Summary

Francis Mauigoa is the definition of a blue-chip trench warrior. A consensus five-star recruit from American Samoa by way of IMG Academy, Mauigoa arrived at Miami with massive expectations and immediately exceeded them. He became a Day 1 starter at right tackle in 2023, earning Freshman All-American honors and stabilizing a line that had previously struggled.

His 2025 season was a dominant campaign that saw him win the Jacobs Blocking Trophy as the ACC's top blocker. Mauigoa finished the regular season with an 85.9 PFF overall grade (6th nationally) and a staggering 88.8 pass-blocking grade (3rd nationally). Known for having the "most muscle density" on the team, his blend of raw Samoan power and nimble footwork makes him one of the most "pro-ready" tackle prospects of the last decade. He concluded his college career with 38 consecutive starts, never missing a game due to injury.

Career Stats & Highlights

• Career Starts: 38 (All at Right Tackle)

• 2025 Sacks Allowed: 2

• 2025 Pressures Allowed: 5

• Pancakes: ~52 (2025 Season)

• Holding Penalties: 2 (2025)

2025 Game-by-Game Grades

Week	Opponent	Grade	Scout's Notes
1	vs #9 Notre Dame	A	Clinical against top-tier EDGE speed; 0 pressures allowed in 27-24 win.
2	vs Bethune-Cookman	A+	The Mauler. Recorded 6 pancakes in the first half alone.
3	vs USF	A	Dominant in space on screens; showed elite lateral mobility.
4	vs Florida	A-	Neutralized SEC-caliber power rushers; clean pocket all day.
6	@ Florida State	B+	Gritty rivalry performance; one holding call but zero sacks.
8	vs Louisville	B	Tough matchup with quick twitch rushers; allowed 1 sack.
9	vs Stanford	A	Absolute erasure of the edge; paved way for 200+ rush yards.
10	@ SMU	B-	Worst Game. Struggled slightly with wide-9 alignments; 1 sack allowed.
11	vs Syracuse	A+	The Apex. Recorded a 3-yard rush on a gadget play; perfect blocking.
12	vs NC State	A	Masterclass in hand placement; won every rep at the point of attack.
13	@ Virginia Tech	A-	Disciplined in a loud environment; elite communication on stunts.
14	@ Pittsburgh	A	Sealed the Jacobs Blocking Trophy with a flawless final road tape.

Scouting Grade Rubric

Intangibles (.20) — Grade: 96/100

• Leadership: High. A vocal leader who commands the "trench culture" at Miami.

• Mental Toughness: Exceptional; handled the pressure of being a Day 1 starter in the ACC.

• Competitor: Elite; plays with a "mean streak" and looks to finish every block.

• Team Player: Credits his O-line coach Alex Mirabal for his technical leap.

• Star Power: High. A true "franchise cornerstone" presence on the field.

Physical Tools (.20) — Grade: 98/100

• Height/Weight: 6'5.5", 326 lbs. (Exceeds both 6'5" and 315 lbs thresholds).

• Stamina: High; maintains 5.3s 40-yard dash speed throughout 4th quarter drives.

• Durability: Elite. Started every single game (38) of his college career.

• Injury History: Medically clean.

Attributes (.20) — Grade: 94/100

• Run Block: Elite. Generates massive vertical displacement.

• Pass Block: Technically sound with an elite anchor against bull rushes.

• Strength: Strength. "Muscle density" allows him to torque defenders effortlessly.

• Technique: Advanced; high-level hand-fighting and knee bend for his size.

• High Motor: Relentless; often seen 20 yards downfield looking for second-level blocks.

Athleticism (.20) — Grade: 92/100

• Speed: Surprising; clocked at 21+ mph in practice (Bruce Feldman "Freaks List").

• Agility: Plus; able to redirect against inside counters with fluid hips.

• Flexibility: Good; shows the ability to "sink" his hips to anchor against power.

• Acceleration: Sudden; explosive out of his stance on zone-stretch plays.

• Footwork: Clinical; quiet feet in pass protection with no wasted motion.

IQ (.20) — Grade: 95/100

• Awareness: High; processes defensive rotations and blitzes like a 10-year veteran.

Scouting Report

• Strengths: Rare combination of massive size (326 lbs) and "Freak" athleticism; Jacobs Blocking Trophy winner; durable ironman (38 starts); elite hand usage and "vice-grip" strength; versatile enough to play LT or Guard if needed.

• Weaknesses: Occasionally over-extends on aggressive run blocks; arm length is "adequate" but not elite; had a few lapses against extreme wide-9 alignments in 2025.

• Scheme Fit: Fits any system, but would be Elite in a Power/Gap scheme or a Heavy-Zone system (e.g., Lions, Eagles, Jets).

• NFL Comparison: Penei Sewell / Darnell Wright.

Scout's Final Word

"Francis Mauigoa is a 'no-brainer' prospect. He is the most physically imposing tackle in the draft, yet he moves with the grace of a player 30 pounds lighter. His 2025 tape was nearly flawless, proving he could handle the best the ACC and Notre Dame had to offer. In a league where tackle play is at a premium, Mauigoa is a foundational piece who should start for 12+ years. Draft Projection: Top 5 Pick (1st Round)."