Cowboys Add Second RB with Phil Mafah in Round 7
The Dallas Cowboys selected Clemson RB Phil Mafah with the 239th pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. Mafah was a four-star recruit in the 2021 class. He developed into the thunder to Will Shipley’s lightning in 2022, providing a boost in short yardage. As the offense changed heading into 2023, he earned a 1A role. Over the past two seasons, he ran for 2,080 yards and 22 TDs, showing excellent vision and toughness. Mafah may not be an elite athlete, but he makes up for it in technique and skill. Ultimately, he’s a long shot to become an NFL starter. Still, as a backup or injury fill-in, Mafah could excel in spurts. Note that he’s one of the biggest backs in this class at 234 pounds.
