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Matayo Uiagalelei

Oregon

Matayo Uiagalelei

HT:

6050

WT:

272

YR:

SR

POS:

ED

OVR RK

31

POS RK

CEILING POTENTIAL

ED4

High-End Starter Potential

PLAYSTYLE & SCHEME FIT

Matayo Uiagalelei is a long, explosive EDGE with the frame, bend, hand violence, and pressure production to become one of the top pass rushers in the 2027 NFL Draft. His grade is built on a strong blend of first-step quickness, speed-to-power, run-defense discipline, and alignment versatility, giving him a clean starter pathway in multiple fronts. He fits as a base defensive end or stand-up outside linebacker who can also reduce inside on passing downs. The concern is whether his counter package and finish rate become consistent enough to move him from high-end starter territory into the Near Elite tier.

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

Explosive pressure profile

Run-defense reliability

Power and frame translation

KEY WEAKNESSES

Counter sequencing

Improve production profile

Leverage through contact

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