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Phil Mafah Is Being Overlooked.

Phil Mafah is a running back you need to know for your Dynasty rookie drafts this year. Standing 6'1" and weighing 235 pounds, he is the largest running back in the 2025 class. Mafah was a four-star recruit out of high school, receiving offers from several prominent programs, including Tennessee, Florida State, Texas A&M, and Clemson. He chose to attend Clemson, where he played as a backup for his first two years, operating as a breather and short-yardage back for the starter, Will Shipley. Midway through the 2023 season, he became the starter after Will Shipley suffered an injury and continued in that role through the 2024 season. During his four years at Clemson, Mafah rushed for 2,887 yards and scored 28 rushing touchdowns. As the starter in 2024, Mafah's stats were nothing short of impressive. He rushed for 1,122 yards on 215 attempts, averaging five point four yards per carry and three point three four yards after contact. While Mafah’s large physique might lead some to assume he is merely a powerful, plodding runner, this is far from the truth. His standout attributes include patience, physicality, nimble feet, and long speed. He is proficient in zone and gap running schemes but excels in gap schemes such as Counter, Power, and ISO. In 2024, he had 109 attempts between the tackles for 637 yards, averaging five point eight yards per attempt. In gap schemes, Mafah displays patience behind pulling blockers, driving hard behind them to draw in defenders before cutting upfield once they are out of position. His footwork is efficient; he requires just a couple of steps to redirect his path, and he does so with the burst and acceleration typically seen in smaller, more agile backs. However, what truly sets Mafah apart is his long speed. According to Pro Football Focus (PFF), he had a breakaway run rate of 37.4% in 2024, indicating that he achieved runs longer than 15 yards on nearly 40% of his carries last year. This is particularly impressive for a player of his size, as it's rare for a running back of his stature to possess such speed. This unique combination of size and speed, his ability to break away from defenders, makes Mafah a formidable force on the field, leaving a lasting impression on all who watch him play. Mafah earns these long runs by effectively setting up his blocks and manipulating angles. His footwork and north-to-south acceleration are especially evident when he finds a crease. Beyond his physical skills, Mafah is also a strategic thinker. Before facing opponents, he puts in the work to analyze film. At this year's Combine, when asked what he learns from watching film, Mafah said, “The first thing I look at is their depth, eyes, and leverage. I see if they want to blitz. In inside zone, I like to look at their body language and try to set them up so that my blockers can get to the second level.” This strategic approach reassures us of his deep understanding of the game and how he uses this knowledge to his advantage on the field . After studying Mafah’s film, I can confidently say that his insights reflect his impressive football IQ.