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
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| Last Updated: 04/21/2023 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Draft Year: 2023 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 40 time: 4.53 seconds (97%*) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Age: 23.4 DOB: 01/03/2002 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| SUB-POSITION: EDGE RUSHER | |
| Last Updated: 04/21/2023 | |
| Draft Year: 2023 | |
| 40 time: 4.53 seconds (97%*) | |
| Age: 23.4 DOB: 01/03/2002 | |
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| Overall Rating: | 90.7 / 100 | |
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| Average rating of opposition Offense player has faced | ||
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81% |
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| Tackling: |
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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 Ends (NFL Combine historically - higher value represents better perfomance)
How other scouting services rate Myles Murphy (Overall Rank)
All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
17.2
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
62.0
*Percentile Ranking in Player's Position Group (NFL Combine Historical Data): This percentile reflects how a player's specific statistics rank
in comparison to historical performances at the NFL Combine, specifically within their position group. A higher percentile indicates a better performance.
For instance, being in the 90th percentile for a particular stat means the player outperformed 90% of their peers in that category.
*Similarity Percentage: This percentage is calculated based on a comprehensive analysis of various factors, including height, weight, 40-yard dash times, on-field performance statistics, and overall player rating. The analysis is conducted against our database of draft prospects from 2021 to 2023. This similarity score helps in evaluating how closely a current prospect aligns with past prospects. It is important to note, however, that this score reflects similarities based on college production and attributes, and does not account for eventual success or performance in the NFL.
*Similarity Percentage: This percentage is calculated based on a comprehensive analysis of various factors, including height, weight, 40-yard dash times, on-field performance statistics, and overall player rating. The analysis is conducted against our database of draft prospects from 2021 to 2023. This similarity score helps in evaluating how closely a current prospect aligns with past prospects. It is important to note, however, that this score reflects similarities based on college production and attributes, and does not account for eventual success or performance in the NFL.