#43
Grady Mareko
Returning to Utah for 2026
R-Jr. · Leone, American Samoa → Leone HS
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Grady Mareko
Limited signal — not enough coverage for a story yet.
How he plays
2026 Outlook
Utah
2026 Depth chart
Projected starter
Linebacker · Utah
Returning around him
- 14% of 2024 offensive production back (Heavy turnover)
- 3 Utah players drafted to NFL
- Transfer portal: -3 net (17 in / 20 out)
2026 Award watch
No preseason watch lists yet (most drop June 15 – July 15)
Utah · Last season: 11-2 (AP #15) · Talent rank #44 · 2026 recruiting class #27
Heisman trajectory
Heisman Trajectory · 2025
Peak #8528
Peaked at #8528 this season.
Background
2025: Was a member of the active roster but did not see game action. 2024: Did not see game action. Two-time Defensive Scout Team Player of the Game. Academic All-Big 12 Rookie Team High School: Played football at Leone High School. Two-time American Samoa All-Star. Part of the National Honor Soc...