Our List of Top 10 Safties in 2025 Draft

Here is prospect #4 Andrew Mukuba. We watched plenty of games and clips of Mukuba and I think we came up with a pretty good analysis, and we also have some good information to start things off. His college career started at Clemson, where he made an immediate impact. In 2021, he became the first true Freshman defensive back to start a season opener since 1973. He earned ACC Defensive Rookie of the Year and Freshman All-American Honors, in 3 seasons with Clemson. Mukuba amassed 149 tackles, 20 PBU's and 1 INT. After transferring to Texas for his final collegiate season, Mukuba brought a wealth of experience and accolades to the Longhorns secondary. He had 41 tackles, 5 INT's, 6PBU's and 1 FF. I like his ability to excel in multiple defensive back roles and his track record against top-tier competition. Al this makes him an interesting prospect for NFL scouts looking for a dynamic and battle-tested safety. Mukuba has blazing speed with a 4.33/40 time. He is considered to be a Man-Zone Slot/Nickel safety and he can play CB. He is predicted to go in the late 2nd round.

#4- Andrew Mukuba- (S) Texas (6'0"/190#)

Mukuba has elite speed and athleticism that translates well to covering ground quickly in the defensive backfield. He's a versatile defender capable of playing multiple positions in the secondary, including both safety spots and cornerback. He has strong coverage skills in both man and zone schemes, showing fluid hip movement and quick change of direction. Mukuba has exceptional ball skills, with a knack for breaking up passes and creating turnovers in crucial moments. He has a high football IQ and instincts, evident in his ability to diagnose plays quickly and react appropriately. He's a solid tackler in space, demonstrating good form and consistency when wrapping up ball carriers. Mukuba has proven performance against top competition in the ACC and SEC, showcasing his ability to compete at the highest level.
Mukuba is slightly undersized for the safety position, which may cause some concerns about matching up with bigger TE's and WR's. His run defense could use a little improvement, especially in better diagnosing and attacking rushing plays more consistently. His occasional overaggressive play in pursuit can lead to taking poor angles and missing tackles in the open field, which is what I saw happen in some of his games and a couple of times in their college playoff game a couple of weeks ago. Mukuba's limited experience as a single high safety may require an adjustment period in certain NFL defensive schemes. He could improve on his consistency in finishing plays and limiting yards after contact in tackling situations.
Mukuba's combination of elite speed, athleticism, versatility and proven production against top-tier competition makes him an attractive prospect for NFL teams. His ability to play multiple positions in the secondary will be highly valued in today's pass-heavy league. While his size may be a concern for some teams, his speed and coverage skills should translate well to the next level.
Scheme fit-wise, Mukuba best fits in a defense that utilizes multiple defensive back sets and values versatility. He could excel in a system that allows him to play both in the box and in deep coverage, maximizing his range and playmaking ability. His experience in both man and zone coverage schemes gives him the flexibility to adapt to various defensive philosophies.
Overall, Mukuba has the potential to be an immediate contributor in nickel and dime packages while developing into a full-time starter at safety. His unique background and rapid ascension in college football suggests a high ceiling and strong work ethic, which should appeal to NFL teams looking for a dynamic playmaker in their secondary.