NFL Draft Summer Scouting Report: Francis Mauigoa, OT, Miami (FL)
Are we going to write about quarterbacks? You know it, but why? Because other NFL teams will draft them, just as they will draft every other position. It all matters whether these players end up on the Bucs, the Bears, or the Steelers. We write these so Bucs fans can be the most informed fans.
So if you are still with us, enjoy our latest Summer Scouting report as we prepare you for the Fall.
Player Information
Player: Francis Mauigoa
School: Miami (FL)
Height/Weight: 6-6/315 lbs.
Player Background
- 5-Star Recruit
- Member of Feldman's Freak List
- Just Turned 20 in June, Will Be 20 When He is Drafted
- Second-Team All-ACC in 2024
Career Stats Heading into the 2025 Season
- 26 Career Games
- 26 Career Starts
Notable PFF Numbers Heading into the 2025 Season
- 69.4 PFF Run Blocking Grade
- 68.6 PFF Pass Blocking Grade
- 726 Run Blocking Snaps
- 1,054 Pass Blocking Snaps
Player Traits
- Athletic ability to handle anyone who tries and face him
- Powerful hands both in his leverage but also his strength
- Great anchoring ability with a strong base
- Quick feet to handle speed on the edge, doesn't lose balance
- Can take defenders out of plays
Player Summary
Francis Mauigoa will be this year's Will Campbell in the sense that his size will dictate the conversation. That being said, he is twice the athlete that Campbell was, in my opinion, and because of that, I see him as a tackle. At worst, he will be a Pro Bowl-level guard from day one for a team that lands him. I love his athletic ability, but he also plays with a physical edge that not many tackles play with anymore. He has strong hands, a good punch, and a good base, and that trio of qualities spells trouble for most anyone who lines up across from him. He will be a must-watch again this Fall in a fast and tough ACC.
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