Malachi Fields
Notre Dame

HT:
6040
WT:
220
YR:
SR
POS:
WR
OVR RK
81
POS RK
CEILING POTENTIAL
High-End Starter Potential
PLAYSTYLE & SCHEME FIT
Malachi Fields is a physically imposing boundary receiver who wins with size, catch strength, and competitive ball skills rather than dynamic separation. He consistently plays through defenders at the catch point, using frame control and timing to secure contested throws outside the numbers. Fields understands how to position himself to shield coverage and move the chains, particularly on back-shoulder and intermediate concepts. While he builds to adequate play speed, he lacks sudden release quickness and does not consistently separate against tight man coverage. His route tree is functional but not expansive, and much of his production comes through physical wins rather than clean separation. He projects as a dependable possession-based X receiver with strong red-zone value and long-term WR2 upside.
CEILING GRADE ANALYSIS
High-End Starter Potential (65-69)
A player expected to become a top-tier starter within their first few years. They possess strong physical tools and good technical skills but may have some limitations in their game. With development, they can reach near-elite levels and provide consistent impact at their position.
Primary scout:
Brandon Lundberg
KEY STRENGTHS
Prototype Frame
Contested Catch Weapon
Vertical Ball Tracking
KEY WEAKNESSES
Below-Average Burst
Top-End Speed
Limited Route Nuance
PLAYER COMPARISONS

