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JetNation Prospect Profile: Wake Forest Safety Malik Mustapha

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While the Jets biggest needs entering this offseason are clearly at offensive tackle and wide receiver, there are some additional needs that may turn out to be of significant importance as well. Among those positions are safety, linebacker and backup quarterback.

One potential Jets target is safety Malik Mustapha out of Wake Forest, so let’s take a look at what he brings to the table.

Height: 5097

Weight: 210

Hand Size: 8 7/8”

Arm Size: 30”

Wingspan: 73”

Hometown: Charlotte, NC

High School: Weddington

Class/Age: Junior

Recruit: 2-star (Rivals)

Film Study

Games Watched: Louisville (2022), Florida State (2023), NC State (2023), Vanderbilt (2023)

Man Coverage: Lacks consistency in man coverage which hurts him from time to time but has enough athleticism and instincts that pro coaching should elevate that aspect of his game.