Mahlman is a massive, Wisconsin-bred mauler who wins with sheer size and anchor strength in the run game, caving in defenders on down blocks and controlling the point of attack through the whistle. His 6-8 frame creates an enormous arc for rushers to navigate, and he handles bull rushes well enough to project as a swing tackle who can keep the pocket clean in straightforward protection schemes. The problems show up against NFL-caliber athleticism — his lateral mobility is a liability against speed rushers and inside counters, his pad level rides high too often, and 32-inch arms will make every rep harder at the next level. He's a developmental Day 3 flier with enough experience and power to stick on a roster, but the ceiling is a scheme-specific backup who needs a phone booth to operate in.

• 🪵Elite size and frame (6-8, 320) creates a massive blocking surface and wide rush arc that forces defenders into long paths to the quarterback
• 🦬Powerful anchor against bull rushes — rarely loses ground when engaged and can match power with power at the point of attack
• 🤲Strong hands with good clamp strength, capable of latching onto defenders and finishing blocks through the whistle
• 🪵Run game force who caves in defenders on down blocks and generates movement with leg drive and core strength
• 💥Extensive experience (42 career starts, 2,800+ snaps) with versatility to play both tackle spots

• −Short arms (32 1/8 inches) significantly below the 33-inch NFL threshold — limits his ability to control rushers at length and keep them out of his frame
• 🏃Lateral mobility and corrective footwork are inadequate against NFL-speed rushers; consistently beaten by B-gap counters and inside moves
• 🐍High pad level is a persistent issue that surrenders leverage; when his pads rise, athletic defenders can bend under him and turn the corner
• −Penalty-prone with a tendency to grab and bearhug defenders when losing hand control (11 penalties across 2023-2024 seasons)