Murphy is an edge rusher who is undersized but shown significant speed in the pre-draft process two years ago. He posted a 4.68-second 40-yard dash, a 39.5-inch vertical, and a 10-foot-3 broad jump, earning a 9.27 Relative Athletic Score, with height and weight in the 28th and 22nd percentiles for edge rushers. ⚡🏃♂️
Because of his size, Murphy could be a candidate to move to an off-ball linebacker role, as he is one inch shorter and one pound heavier than Steelers inside linebacker Malik Harrison. 💡🏋️♂️
In three Vikings contests, Murphy recorded 1 combined tackle and 1 quarterback hit. As a rookie in 2024, he played 35 defensive snaps and six snaps on special teams. 🗂️📊
Last season, Murphy appeared in five defensive snaps and 13 special teams snaps. The visit underscores the Steelers’ interest in speed at linebacker and their ongoing exploration of versatile, athletic defensive options during the offseason. 🔎✨
