Five-Star OT Francis Mauigoa names top 6

Five-star offensive tackle Francis Mauigoa of American Samoa has narrowed his list to six schools–Alabama, Florida, USC, Hawaii, Tennessee, and Miami.

The 6-foot-6, 325 pounder discussed his finalists with On3.

Francis Mauigoa on top schools

Alabama: “Why not Alabama?” Mauigoa said. “They develop players the most.”

Florida: “I trust the coaching staff a lot and it’s a great atmosphere.”

USC: “They gave such a good vibe and our bond is very strong.”

Hawaii: “It’s the closest way possible home with my uncle over there,” Mauigoa said. “I am comfortable over there.”

Tennessee: “The visit went great, it was one of my best visits,” Mauigoa said. “They took me to church on Sunday, as faith is strong to them. Of course with Nico over there I have someone with a background related to hang out with.”

Miami: “The coaching staff has been recruiting me when they were at Oregon,” Mauigoa said. “So they have done a really good job with recruiting.”

Francis Mauigoa Scouting Summary 

“Wide-bodied, nimble mover who is excelling in his first season as a full-time offensive lineman,” On3’s Director of Scouting Charles Power wrote. “Works at right tackle for IMG, but likely projects on the interior due to his arm length and build. Played very well against a national schedule and some top pass rushers as a junior.”

“Uses his natural strength to create a big push in the run game. Plays with a wide base and has considerable pop in his hands. Has mauling qualities as a drive blocker and is athletic enough to get to the second level with ease. Though he doesn’t project as an offensive tackle long-term, showed some very encouraging skills in pass protection.”

Mauigoa ranks as the No. 10 player in the On3 Consensus, a complete and equally weighted industry-generated average that accounts for all four major recruiting sites. He also tabs in as the No. 2 offensive tackle and the No. 3 player in the state of Florida.