2025 NFL Draft Scouting Report: Phil Mafah, RB, Clemson
Phil Mafah chose to return to Clemson in 2024 where he will be the main back for the 1st time in his career there. That with an improved Clemson OL has poised Mafah for a breakout year.
Player Info
| Name, Jersey # | Phil Mafah, #0 |
| School | Clemson |
| 2024 Class Yr | SR |
| Height, Weight | 6’1”, 230 |
| Position/Depth | RB/2nd(2023) |
| 2023 Honors | All-ACC Honorable Mention |
| Season Viewed (yr) | 2023 |
| Games Watched | UNC, Notre Dame, Miami, Georgia Tech |
Player Stats
| 2023 | GP 13, 179 Att, 965 Rush YDS, 13 TD, 21 Rec, 108 Rec YDS |
| 2022 | GP 14, 98 Att, 515 Rush YDS, 4 TD, 9 Rec, 48 Rec YDS |
| 2021 | GP 9, 68 Att, 292 Rush YDS, 3 TD, 7 Rec, 50 Rec YDS |
Player Summary:
Phil Mafah was a 4-star recruit from Loganville, GA, and went to Grayson HS. He signed with Clemson in 2021.
In 2021 Mafah played in 9 games and had 68 rushing attempts for 292 yards and 3 touchdowns, along with 7 receptions for 50 yards. In 2022, Mafah played in 14 games and had 98 rushing attempts for 515 yards and 4 touchdowns, along with 9 receptions for 48 yards. Last season in 2023, Mafah Played in 13 games and had 179 receptions for 965 yards and 13 touchdowns, along with 21 receptions for 108 yards.
Player Strengths:
- Has a very solid frame and is a powerful runner
- While being a power runner he still has elite athleticism to make him a slippery back
- Has breakout potential in 2024 due to being the main back for the first time
Player Weaknesses:
- Limited starting experience
- Has not been effective in the passing game