2025 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Malachi Fields, WR, Virginia

Player Info
Name, Jersey # | Malachi Fields, #20 |
School | Virginia |
2024 Class Yr | SR |
Height, Weight | 6’4”, 220 |
Position/Depth | WR/1st |
2023 Honors | All-ACC Honorable Mention |
Season Viewed (yr) | 2023 |
Games Watched | Virginia Tech, JMU, Louisville, Duke |
Player Stats
2023 | GP 12, 58 Rec, 811 YDS, 5 TD, 14 YPC |
2022 | GP 1, 5 Rec, 58 YDS, 1 TD, 11.6 YPC |
2021 | GP 11, 11 Rec, 172 YDS, 15.6 YPC |
Player Summary:
Malachi Fields was a 3-star recruit from Charlottesville, NC, and went to Monticello HS. He signed with Virginia in 2021.
In 2021 Fields played in 11 games and had 11 receptions for 172 yards. In 2022, Fields played in 1 game and had 5 receptions for 58 yards and 1 touchdown. Last season in 2023, Fields played in 12 games and had 58 receptions for 811 yards and 5 touchdowns.
Player Strengths:
- Is a decent route runner and displays the ability to create separation
- Has great hands and can be relied on to make hard catches
- Has a large frame and uses that strength to win in one-on-one battles
Player Weaknesses:
- Need to use his strength more to his advantage when running
- Has average speed