Miami Mauler Mauigoa: Top NFL Draft Prospect

0:00It's April 24th. I'm Corey with The Story. This is NFL News Today, driven by AI and built for football fans. Francis Mali Goa for Miami is climbing draft boards as a top offensive tackle prospect for the 2026 NFL Draft. This 6-foot-5, 330-pound mallor brings massive size, play strength, and competitive fire to the line. He's a standout run blocker who drives defenders off the ball and holds up solid in past protection with quick, violent hands. Earlier this week, Scouts noted some debate on his best NFL spot, while he shines outside, a few seaguard as his future, like Zach Martin who slid inside from tackle. Mali Goa skipped the scouting combine workout, leaving direct comparisons to other tackles up in the air for now. Fans and analysts love his versatility and nasty streak. He finishes blocks hard and fights through the whistle. No real red flags pop up on tape from big games against Notre Dame, Florida, Ohio State,

1:01and in-state rivals. His light feet for a big man help him anchor and climb to the second level. That said, redirection against speedy edge rushers gives him trouble, and he can lose leverage on longer reps. Those glitches might push him inside, where he covers less ground. Still, his toolscream start a potential right away. In mock drafts, the Giants grabbed him 10th overall, a smart plug-and-play if free agency shakes outright. Mali Goa looks primed to ball out wherever he lands first round. Keep an eye on this powerhouse.