Will Mallory is an intriguing evaluation at the next level because of how much the tight end position has changed over the last decade. If Mallory were in the draft ten years ago, he’d be viewed as a valuable tight end prospect. However, the position now requires a level of athleticism that Mallory doesn’t have. I think Mallory can be a good tight end as long as he’s working underneath and in some heavy run-blocking packages. Otherwise, Mallory’s lack of athleticism will limit him to how he can be utilized on the field.
Will Mallory
TE – Miami (FL) Hurricanes
HT: 6046
WT: 245
Year: Super Senior
High School: Providence (Jacksonville, FL)
Rating: 4-star (0.9183)
Projected Draft Grade: Potential TE2
Projection: 5th/7th Round
Will Mallory scouting notes
Pros:
- Good hands. Consistent when underneath. Consistently catches outside his frame very well.
- Shows the ability to catch through contact. Has the ability to maintain his focus through traffic.
- Shows good blocking technique. Locks his hands into the right spot with good placement.
- Has a ton of starting experience throughout his college career (41 career starts).
Cons:
- Doesn’t have great speed, might be limited exclusively to a possession receiver.
- Average upper body strength.
- Doesn’t look like he can really stretch the field very well.
- Average run blocking strength. Doesn’t generate a lot of push.
