5 reasons why Philadelphia should be excited about drafting Longhorns DB Andrew Mukuba
Andrew Mukuba is now a Philadelphia Eagle The former Longhorns defensive back was picked 64th in the second round of the NFL Draft. Mukuba is the 5th Texas Ex taken in the 2025 NFL Draft.
Here are five reasons the Eagles should be excited to have Mukuba on their roster:
Desire to Improve
Mukuba left his hometown of Austin for Clemson after high school. The DB spent three seasons in South Carolina, earning Freshman All-American and ACC Defensive Rookie of the Year. But something was missing. Mukuba didn't think he was getting any better.
'I felt like I wasn't getting better,' Mukuba said on Alex Okafor's 'Behind the Facemask' podcast. 'I wasn't being pushed enough where I could reach my potential and my peak.'
In his one season at Texas, Mukuba totaled 69 tackles, four tackles for loss, five interceptions, and 11 passes defended.
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At safety, Mukuba showed awareness and athleticism to accurately survey the field before making decisive plays. He operates best when he has the opportunity to read the quarterback and react.
Versatility
Mukuba has played across the secondary during his college career. He has played nickel and free safety and worked out at cornerback during the Texas Pro Day.
Physicality
While the Austin native excels at the mental aspect of the game, he's also very physical. A physical tackler, Mukuba isn't afraid to get downhill and fill the alley.
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