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A big jumbo athlete who doubles as a tight end and defensive end for one of the nation’s top high school programs. Has unique movement skills and speed at 6-foot-5 and over 260 pounds. Is able to run with linebackers and some defensive backs at his size. Has shown some improvement as a pass catcher over the course of 2021. Likely has a higher long-term upside as a defensive lineman or even offensive tackle rather than tight end. A flexible athlete off the edge who shows the ability to dip and bend at his size. Upped his production on defense as a senior, registering 12.5 tackles for loss and 8.5 sacks. Can continue to increase his physicality on a snap-to-snap basis.
Matayo Uiagalelei is a jumbo athlete who projects as a defensive lineman long-term. He presents a high upside while still having room to continue developing as a defender, similar to Taco Charlton at the same stage. Charlton had a breakout senior season production as a defender and played both defensive end and tight end, like Uiagalelei.
11/12/21
Matayo Uiagalelei works at tight end against Los Alamitos
Matayo Uiagalelei primarily played tight end for St. John Bosco against Los Alamitos and top 2023 prospects- Malachi Nelson, Makai Lemon and DeAndre Moore, Jr. The 6-foot-6, 270-pounder lined up both in-line and split out. He had a few catches in the intermediate area of the field and also contributed as a blocker. We still feel his future is as a defensive lineman.
10/01/21
Matayo Uiagalelei starts fast against Mater Dei
Matayo Uiagalelei and St. John Bosco took on Mater Dei in a matchup of top-ranked teams. Uiagalelei looked like the top prospect on the field. The 6-foot-6, 270-pounder made some impressive plays on both sides of the ball early on. The top 20 junior had a big pass rush and near sack along with a tackle for loss on Oklahoma commit Raleek Brown. He also flashed some athleticism at tight end, catching a back shoulder pass from Michigan State quarterback commit Katin Houser near the pylon. Uiagalelei tapered off a bit in the second half along with the Bosco offense. It’s worth noting he’s playing both ways and is likely to tire out faster than others.
