NFL draft prospect Atonio Mafi talks UCLA football career, Shrine Bowl, body transformation

Josh Woods and James H. Williams are joined by NFL draft prospect Atonio Mafi. He talks about his time as a Bruin, his experience at the East-West Shrine Bowl in Las Vegas and what comes next as he prepares for the NFL.

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Former UCLA linebacker Josh Woods and Orange County Register reporter James H. Williams are joined by NFL draft prospect Atonio Mafi.

Mafi spent five years at UCLA and played in 56 career games played, setting a new school record along with teammate Stephan Blaylock.

Mafi was graded as the third-ranked guard in the nation and was a member of an offensive line that was a semifinalist for the Joe Moore Award.

Mafi talks about his time as a Bruin, his experience at the East-West Shrine Bowl and what comes next as he prepares for the professional level.

He also provides insight into his body transformation and his decisions to switch positions in the middle of his college career.

Williams also comments on the latest report regarding UCLA defensive coordinator Bill McGovern.

Bruins invited to the NFL Combine:

  • QB Dorian Thompson-Robinson
  • RB Zach Charbonnet
  • WR Jake Bobo
  • Guard Jon Gaines II

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