Gabriel Murphy DL/EDGE UCLA | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
Gabriel Murphy DL/EDGE UCLA
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
| SUB-POSITION: EDGE RUSHER | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Last Updated: 04/21/2024 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Draft Year: 2024 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 40 time: 4.68 seconds (91%*) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Bowl Invite: Shrine Bowl | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| SUB-POSITION: EDGE RUSHER | |
| Last Updated: 04/21/2024 | |
| Draft Year: 2024 | |
| 40 time: 4.68 seconds (91%*) | |
| Bowl Invite: Shrine Bowl | |
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| Overall Rating: | 83.3 / 100 | |
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| Average rating of opposition Offense player has faced | ||
| Offense Rating: |
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74% |
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| Tackling: |
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51% |
| Pass Rush: |
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90% |
| Run Defense: |
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79% |
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DRAFT PROJECTION:
4th
Overall Rank:
#107
Position rank:
#20
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| College Games: 46 College Snaps: 2049 | ||
ESPN RATING: 73/100
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247 RATING: 85/100
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RIVALS RATING: 5.5 (90%)
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| Player Comparison* (Similarity level) | ||
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| Jose Ramirez - Eastern Michigan |
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70% |
| Adetomiwa Adebawore - Northwestern |
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68% |
| Thomas Incoom - Central Michigan |
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65% |
Draft Profile: Bio
Gabriel Murphy, once a 3-star recruit from Bishop Lynch High School, made his collegiate debut at North Texas before transferring to UCLA. His career started modestly, playing only one game as a freshman. By his sophomore year at North Texas, Murphy began to make his mark with 13 total pressures and 4 sacks over 7 games. His performance peaked as a junior with 48 pressures and 8 sacks, leading to a successful stint at UCLA. There, he played 24 games across two seasons, amassing 92 pressures and 14 sacks, showcasing his ability to impact the game across various fronts. Murphy's senior year accolades include an All-Pac-12 Honorable Mention.Scouting Report: Strengths
- Exceptional athleticism, agility, and change of direction, enhancing his pass-rushing ability.
- High motor and relentless pursuit, often securing coverage sacks by continuously engaging through plays.
- Possesses a flexible lower half and decent bend, facilitating his ability to navigate the edge against offensive tackles.
- Utilizes a quick swim move effectively as a counter off the bull, indicating proficient technique and strategic play.
- Capable of exploiting move blocks with polished hand usage, showcasing his skill in bypassing run blocks.
- Displays instinctive counter moves without losing momentum, a testament to his technical proficiency and adaptability.
- Aligns across various defensive positions, offering valuable versatility and alignment flexibility for defensive coordinators.
- His first step and quick disengagement tactics in the run game illustrate his potential to impact games beyond the pass rush.
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
- Lacks refined hand technique in pass-rushing, diminishing his effectiveness against savvy offensive tackles.
- Shows inconsistency in maintaining outside leverage against the run, occasionally compromising defensive integrity.
- Struggles with block shedding due to below-average size and length, potentially limiting engagement with larger blockers.
- Physicality at the point of attack as a run defender is underwhelming, often losing ground against strong competition.
- His speed-to-power conversion is not as intimidating, suggesting a need for enhanced strength training and technique adjustment.
Scouting Report: Summary
Murphy's agility, motor, and knack for getting to the quarterback have made him a standout at UCLA. His pass-rushing skill set, highlighted by his ability to execute swim moves and maintain high energy through contact, positions him as a viable third-down specialist at the next level.However, Murphy's game does need some refinement - his hand technique against seasoned offensive linemen needs improvement and he'll need to develop some more nuanced pass-rush moves. Additionally, his ability to set and maintain the edge against the run presents a challenge, particularly when facing off against NFL-caliber competition.
Overall, Murphy offers a promising blend of athleticism and versatility with a clear need for technical development. As NFL teams assess his fit, they'll weigh his explosive playmaking ability against the need for polished technique and strength against the run. If placed in the right system and given the opportunity to refine his skills, Murphy could evolve into a solid NFL starter.
Gabriel Murphy percentiles vs other Defensive Lines (NFL Combine historically - higher value represents better perfomance)
How other scouting services rate Gabriel Murphy (Overall Rank)
All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
102.0
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
30.0
*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.