Clemson Tigers defensive end Myles Murphy (98) rushes against the Boston College Eagles during the second quarter at Alumni Stadium. Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports
Myles Murphy DE/EDGE Clemson | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
Myles Murphy DE/EDGE Clemson
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
| Last Updated: 04/21/2023 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Draft Year: 2023 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 40 time: 4.53 seconds (97%*) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Age: 21.4 DOB: 01/03/2002 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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*Percentile calculated on how any given stat would rank at the NFL combine
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| Last Updated: 04/21/2023 | |
| Draft Year: 2023 | |
| 40 time: 4.53 seconds (97%*) | |
| Age: 21.4 DOB: 01/03/2002 | |
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*Percentile calculated on how any given stat would rank at the NFL combine
historically in the player's position group (Higher value represents better perfomance).
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| Overall Rating: | 90.7 / 100 | |
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65% |
| Pass Rush: |
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84% |
| Run Defense: |
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80% |
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DRAFT PROJECTION:
1st - Top 10
Overall Rank:
#6
Position rank:
#2
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| College Games: 38 College Snaps: 1561 | ||
ESPN RATING: 90/100
College Combine Results
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OVR Rank:
#13
Pos Rank:
#4
College Combine Results
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247 RATING: 99/100
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| Ovr Rank: #163 Pos Rank: #7 | ||
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RIVALS RATING: 6.1 (100%)
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Drafted: ROUND: 1 - Pick Number: 28 (CIN)
Draft Profile: Bio
Myles Murphy from Dudley High School was rated a 5-star recruit by ESPN and handed a 4-star grade by 247 Sports. After high school, Murphy joined Clemson after being heavily recruited.In 2020 as a freshman Murphy saw action in 12 games and played a total of 423 snaps for the Tigers. He recorded 20 tackles, 11 assists, while adding 21 stops. As a pass rusher, he added 20 total pressures, which included 12 QB hurries, 3 QB hits, and a decent a decent 5 sacks on the season.
As a sophomore for the Tigers in 2021 Murphy played in 13 games and took part in 552 snaps for the Tigers. He recorded 21 tackles, 9 assists, while adding 22 stops. As a pass rusher, he chalked up 42 total pressures, and 33 QB hurries, no QB hits, and an impressive 9 sacks during the year.
In 2022 as a junior Murphy played in 13 games and contributed on 586 snaps. He recorded 23 tackles, 10 assists while making 22 stops. As a pass rusher, he produced 34 total pressures, which included 21 QB hurries, 7 QB hits, and a decent 6 sacks on the year.
Honors & awards
2022- First-team All-ACC selection
- Second-team All-ACC honoree by the AP
- Third-team All-ACC selection by Phil Steele
- Credited with 45 tackles (11.0 for loss), a team-high-tying 6.5 sacks, three pass breakups and a forced fumble in 580 defensive snaps over 13 games (11 starts)
- Named ESPN’s 33rd-best player in college football for 2022
- Credited with four tackles, including 1.5 sacks, vs. No. 10 NC State, sharing team defensive player of the game honors
- Second-Team All-ACC Selection
- Collected First-Team All-Conference Honors from the PFF and Phil Steele and Second-Team Honors from the AP
- Fourth-Team All-American According to Phil Steele
- Credited with 43 Tackles, a Team-High 14.0 Tackles for Loss, Team-Best 7.0 Sacks, Two Forced Fumbles and Two Pass Breakups in 549 Snaps Over 13 Games (10 Starts)
Scouting Report: Strengths
- Murphy can also win going speed-to-power, with the leg drive to push blockers back.
- A savvy, versatile and instinctive edge rusher who did a little bit of everything, Murphy was especially effective getting to the quarterback.
- He has a lethal spin move and the pure speed to close quickly.
- Impressive athletic skills -- Made Bruce Feldman's 'Freaks List' at number 3. He wrote: "The 6-5, 275-pound junior is viewed by NFL scouts as a “significantly better player” than former Tiger Clelin Ferrell, who went fourth overall in the 2019 draft. Murphy bench-presses 405 pounds, power-cleans 335, and deadlifts 505. He also has vertical-jumped 35 inches, broad-jumped 10 feet and consistently clocked in the high 4.5s in the 40"
- Murphy has long arms and displays good power in his hands, which gives him the ability to slip off blocks. As a run defender, he has the speed to chase down ball carriers in pursuit.
- His spin move is already NFL-caliber, and he displays a very good motor.
- His hand use is excellent; he’s strong in the upper body and consistently swats away blockers.
- Possesses the length and power to ward off offensive tackles.
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
- Plays tall and gets upright off the snap. Wins with upper-body strength and needs to focus on leverage.
- Murphy struggles to shed blockers and doesn’t show ideal lateral movement skills. He also needs to make better use of his length and hands in the pass rush.
- He remains a bit raw, as Murphy is inconsistent with his hand use and lacks violence in his hands
- Tightness in the hips when needing to corner or redirect with speed at steeper angles
- Difficult to gear down and redirect with a lot of mass
- Doesn't showcase as much explosion when attack is slowed
Player Comparison
Travon WalkerScouting Report: Summary
With almost unrivaled mobility and pass-rushing skills, Murphy is set to make an immediate impact in the NFL. With the freakish speed, power, and agility to play multiple positions, he should be a game-changer in the NFL. With the right coaching, Murphy could be an impact starter by the end of his rookie season and is sure to make a real difference to his team's defensive line. A no-brainer top-ten pick in the 2023 NFL Draft.Myles Murphy percentiles vs other Defensive End's (NFL Combine historically - higher value represents better perfomance)
How other scouting services rate Myles Murphy (Overall Rank)
All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
16.8
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
22.0