Florida Gators defensive end Princely Umanmielen (1) tackles Georgia Bulldogs quarterback Carson Beck (15) during the first half at Everbank Stadium in Jacksonville, FL on Saturday, October 28, 2023. [Matt Pendleton/Gainesville Sun]
Princely Umanmielen DE/EDGE Ole Miss | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
Princely Umanmielen DE/EDGE Ole Miss
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
| SUB-POSITION: EDGE RUSHER | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Last Updated: 02/08/2025 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Draft Year: 2025 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 40 time: 4.68 seconds (83%*) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Age: 22.9 DOB: 04/18/2002 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Bowl Invite: Senior Bowl | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| SUB-POSITION: EDGE RUSHER | |
| Last Updated: 02/08/2025 | |
| Draft Year: 2025 | |
| 40 time: 4.68 seconds (83%*) | |
| Age: 22.9 DOB: 04/18/2002 | |
| Bowl Invite: Senior Bowl | |
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| Overall Rating: | 87.2 / 100 | |
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| Average rating of opposition Offense player has faced | ||
| Offense Rating: |
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80% |
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| Tackling: |
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72% |
| Pass Rush: |
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97% |
| Run Defense: |
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81% |
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DRAFT PROJECTION:
1st - Late
Overall Rank:
#32
Position rank:
#13
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| College Games: 56 College Snaps: 1810 | ||
ESPN RATING: 82/100
College Combine Results
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OVR Rank:
#195
Pos Rank:
#20
College Combine Results
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247 RATING: 90/100
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| Ovr Rank: #11 Pos Rank: #42 | ||
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RIVALS RATING: 5.8 (95%)
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| Player Comparison* (Similarity level) | ||
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| Will McDonald IV - Iowa State |
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90% |
| Jared Verse - Florida State |
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89% |
| Felix Anudike-Uzomah - Kansas State |
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86% |
Draft Profile: Bio
Umanmielen's path to the NFL draft reads like a case study in development and determination. The Texas native emerged from Manor High School as a coveted four-star recruit, choosing Florida over top programs like Texas and Auburn after a dominant senior season where he racked up 90 tackles and 10 sacks. His progression through four seasons in Gainesville showed steady growth, but it was his transfer to Ole Miss that truly unlocked his potential. In his lone season with the Rebels, Umanmielen exploded for 10.5 sacks, tied for second-most in school history, while anchoring the nation's top rush defense. The move to Lane Kiffin's aggressive scheme proved transformative, as he developed into a First-Team All-SEC performer and Second-Team All-American.What jumps off the tape immediately is how Umanmielen's game elevated in Oxford's wide-9 alignments. The statistical jump wasn't just about scheme - his technical refinement showed up consistently, particularly in a three-game stretch where he logged multiple sacks in each contest. That run included a momentum-shifting performance against Georgia where he notched two solo sacks and forced a fumble, showing he could dominate against elite competition. His combination of length and explosiveness started translating more consistently, evidenced by his team-leading 14 quarterback hurries and 13.5 tackles for loss.
Beyond the numbers, Umanmielen's impact was felt in ways that don't show up in the box score. His ability to command attention opened opportunities for teammates, contributing to Ole Miss setting school records with 52 sacks and 120 tackles for loss. Even in games where he wasn't recording sacks, like the season finale against Duke where he registered five QB hurries, his presence forced offenses to adjust protection schemes and created advantageous situations for the defense.
Scouting Report: Strengths
- Electric burst paired with natural bend allows him to threaten the edge immediately, forcing tackles to bail out of their stance early
- Nasty inside counter spin move that he times perfectly when tackles overset, showing up repeatedly in the Georgia and Arkansas games
- Length and play strength translate to effective long-arm technique, regularly walking tackles back into the pocket when he converts speed to power
- Shows impressive spatial awareness as a pass rusher, consistently working to the proper rush lane and maintaining leverage on the quarterback
- Change of direction ability pops on tape, especially when running stunts - can stop and redirect without losing momentum
- High-level competitive toughness shows up in pursuit - plays with his hair on fire chasing down screens and outside runs
- Uses his length effectively to create separation at the point of attack, showing good extension to peek into the backfield
- Quick processor who recognizes blocking schemes rapidly, rarely gets caught out of position against misdirection
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
- Tendency to play with high pad level, particularly against the run, allowing offensive linemen to get under his pads and control him
- Still developing his hand usage as a pass rusher - relies too heavily on athletic ability rather than technical hand fighting
- Can get engulfed by double teams when playing inside, needs to improve his anchor and ability to split double teams
- Sometimes slow to disengage once blockers latch on - needs to develop a more violent shedding technique
- Pass rush plan can become predictable - needs to develop more counter moves when initial rush is stalled
Scouting Report: Summary
The film shows a pass rusher who operates best with his hand in the dirt in wide alignments where he can maximize his length and burst. His third-down impact jumps off the screen – the way he embarrassed Georgia's right tackle with a lightning-quick first step before countering inside showcases exactly what he brings to an NFL front. Moving him around the formation unlocks his versatility - he's got the juice to threaten the edge and enough savvy to loop inside on stunts, creating constant confusion for protection schemes.When studying his season-long progression at Ole Miss, his technical growth under position coach Randall Joyner stands out. Early in the year, he was winning primarily on pure athleticism. By November, he was setting up tackles with deliberate rush plans, shown perfectly in that three-game stretch where he racked up six sacks using three different signature moves. The consistency in high-leverage situations - third downs, two-minute drills, red zone - demonstrates a rusher ready to contribute in crucial passing situations from day one.
After breaking down over 500 snaps, Umanmielen's blend of physical skills and technical refinement suggests a player whose development is still on a sharp upward trajectory. His dominance against SEC competition wasn't just about winning with athleticism - it was his ability to string together multiple rush moves and counter effectively when his initial plan failed. In the right system that lets him pin his ears back and hunt quarterbacks from wide alignments, he has the tools to become one of the premier pass rushers in this class.
Written By:
Wyatt Brooks (SEC)
Princely Umanmielen percentiles vs other Defensive Ends (NFL Combine historically - higher value represents better perfomance)
How other scouting services rate Princely Umanmielen (Overall Rank)
All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
47.3
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
14.0
*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.