From now until the 2024 NFL Draft, we will scout and create profiles for as many prospects as possible, examining their strengths, weaknesses, and what they can bring to an NFL franchise. These players could be potential top-10 picks, all the way down to Day 3 selections, and priority undrafted free agents. Today, a scouting report on North Carolina DL Myles Murphy.
East-West Shrine Bowl
– Well-built frame with good length; thick in the middle
– Stout against the run, hard to move and push around
– Shows ability to rip and shed blocks in run game, can make plays at LOS and in the backfield
– Finds the ball in the run game
– Plays with solid pad level
– Good burst and snap off the line given his size
– Flashes bull rush to overwhelm smaller guards and can collapse pocket
– Displays good balance and body control, stays on his feet
– Gets hands up in throwing lanes
– Played in a pro-style type of defense, some end snaps and was asked to contain on backside of blitzes and stunts
– Excellent starting experience
– Limited pass rusher, easily stuck on blocks
– Bull stalls out and tires mid-rush, often providing little impact
– Lacks foot speed out in space and doesn’t give great chase
– Rotational player who is removed in pass situations
– Limited college production, especially in last two years
– 38 career starts for Tar Heels
– Career: 99 tackles (17 TFL), 7 sacks, 4 PDs
– 2023: 24 tackles (4.