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Malaki Starks
Georgia
HT:
6010
WT:
205
YR:
JR
POS:
S
OVR RK
12
POS RK
CEILING POTENTIAL
1
Near Elite
OVR RK
PLAYSTYLE & SCHEME FIT
Starks is an elite, scheme-versatile safety with the range, physicality, and ball skills to play in any defensive scheme. He thrives in single-high and split-zone alignments, showing NFL-ready tackling ability and route anticipation. While he has man coverage upside, his eye discipline and occasional pursuit angle lapses must be cleaned up to maximize his impact.
CEILING GRADE ANALYSIS
Near Elite (70-74)
A high-caliber prospect who is expected to become a significant contributor by Year 2. These players have outstanding physical tools and strong football IQ, with only minor flaws in their game. They demonstrate consistency at a high level and project as future Pro Bowl-caliber players if properly developed.
Primary scout:
Brandon Lundberg
KEY STRENGTHS
Positional Versatility
Athleticism
Range and Ball Skills
KEY WEAKNESSES
Route Recognition
Pursuit Angles
Slot Coverage
PLAYER COMPARISONS
Jessie Bates III
Brian Branch
Kevin Byard