Marte Mapu-LB-Sac State

Phoenix49ers · 2023-02-17T13:54:30-08:00

Undersized LB that has shined all throughout this offseason process. Bring him in as a special teamer, bring him in as a backup LB, he can be a useful weapon for a creative defensive coordinator with his quickness, instincts and cover skills. This is INSANE range from Sacramento State LB Marte Mapu.He doesn't end up making the play, but to go from his opposite hash pre-snap alignment to almost making a play at the catch point of a skinny post, 37 yards down the field... 😳Definitely something teams can work with. pic.twitter.com/KXH8RF0vEg— Tyler Wise (@TriggeredWise) February 13, 2023There are several standout clips of Marte Mapu in coverage drills at the Senior Bowl practices.Here, Mapu shows it off in game action.He stays attached to the TEs hip and knocks the pass away. pic.twitter.com/Imz384pLH0— BOLTS Draft Talk (@BoltsDraftTalk) February 2, 2023Marte Mapu reads the QBs eyes and then closes on the TE to break up the pass pic.twitter.com/WlRqw90u3W— Billy M (@BillyM_91) February 2, 2023🔒⬇️ #SHARKs #DenyTheSky(Marte Mapu at the Senior Bowl)pic.twitter.com/cmCoaIC5lF— Cherokee Valeria (@CoachCherokee) February 1, 2023Marte Mapu was a stand out at the NFLPA bowl and got the shot to compete at the Senior Bowl.I was unable to find All-22, I had to find broadcasts to find out more.Check this interception, he is reading the QB's eyes, plays underneath the crossers & makes an incredible catch. pic.twitter.com/QCvG6yUGDw— BOLTS Draft Talk (@BoltsDraftTalk) February 2, 2023Heady play from Sacramento State LB Marte Mapu. He definitely belongs. Knows in a single high shell that a 3-beater is likely coming out of play action. Really wonderful job to anticipate the crosser and jump in the lane. pic.twitter.com/bOJCBHUzl7— Cory (@realcorykinnan) February 2, 2023

Apr 1, 2023 at 9:11 AM

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Caught up with Sacramento State's versatile NFL draft prospect Marte Mapu, who suffered a chest injury in a pre-draft workout but is expected to be ready for training camp. He has top 30 meetings with 14 teams including the #49ers.

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— Chris Biderman (@ChrisBiderman) March 31, 2023

Apr 1, 2023 at 11:24 AM

ChaunceyGardner
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looks like a great fit

Apr 2, 2023 at 10:59 AM

JMC52
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Get the local kid!

Apr 2, 2023 at 2:42 PM

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Hope we get this kid. Fred Warner 2.0 belongs in a 49er uniform

Apr 2, 2023 at 6:01 PM

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Originally posted by 49ers808:
Hope we get this kid. Fred Warner 2.0 belongs in a 49er uniform

I like Mapu -- a lot -- but he's about 20 lbs lighter than Fred was coming out

Apr 2, 2023 at 9:55 PM

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Originally posted by adrianlesnar:

Originally posted by 49ers808:
Hope we get this kid. Fred Warner 2.0 belongs in a 49er uniform

I like Mapu -- a lot -- but he's about 20 lbs lighter than Fred was coming out

Yeah he is but putting on muscle weight is easy in an NFL strength and conditioning program

Apr 3, 2023 at 10:22 AM

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If SF drafts him, I hope Mah-poo doesn't stink.

Apr 3, 2023 at 3:51 PM

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Originally posted by 49ers808:

Originally posted by adrianlesnar:

Originally posted by 49ers808:
Hope we get this kid. Fred Warner 2.0 belongs in a 49er uniform

I like Mapu -- a lot -- but he's about 20 lbs lighter than Fred was coming out

Yeah he is but putting on muscle weight is easy in an NFL strength and conditioning program

He definitely will add 10 - 20 lbs, but he'll still be on the lighter side. Either way, I like the ability. Special teams as stated by the original poster and passing downs with Fred is a great spot. Take him with one of the 7th round picks or in the 6th.

[ Edited by LifelongNiner on Apr 3, 2023 at 3:59 PM ]

Apr 10, 2023 at 5:29 PM

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Gstting some Jeremy chin vibes…wilks approves

Apr 28, 2023 at 11:36 AM

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Matt Maiocco continues to hint at the 49ers using one of their Day 2 picks on an inside linebacker.

Marte Mapu is the name that's continually thrown around, will he there at 99 for the #49ers?
— Akash Anavarathan (@akashanav) April 28, 2023

Sacramento State's Marte Mapu brings rare size to the nickel position. Frequently gets downhill and makes impact plays with his instincts, physicality, and take on skills.

Mapu is a top-10 SAF in the 2023 NFL Draft; he'd also be a top-10 LB in the class if that's where he plays. pic.twitter.com/mxpOi5p5TZ
— Bobby Football (@Rob__Paul) April 23, 2023

Quick reminder what Marte Mapu looked like playing downhill at @seniorbowl. 👀

219-pound men aren't supposed to play that violent. https://t.co/h3sybovU5Z pic.twitter.com/mYKv0E8XSx
— Jim Nagy (@JimNagy_SB) April 24, 2023

Would be an absolute impact player on this defense.

Apr 28, 2023 at 11:41 AM

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NFL.com has him as 73rd best prospect overall which is mid 3rd

Apr 28, 2023 at 11:48 AM

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Heard he can also play FS, is that true? If so he brings a lot of value and versatility

Apr 28, 2023 at 11:57 AM

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Originally posted by Hoovtrain:
Heard he can also play FS, is that true? If so he brings a lot of value and versatility

I don't think he's got the speed for that. He's a weird hybrid player that reminds me a lot of Fred Warner coming out of college although Warner was a better prospect and should have gone a lot higher.

I think you could roll with Mapu as a box safety or a LB and having him as an eventual starter alongside Warner would be a hell of a duo.

Apr 28, 2023 at 12:03 PM

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I really like him but it just sounds weird taking a player from Sac State in the 3rd. I know that doesn't really matter though.