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: 01/10/2025 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Draft Year: 2025 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 40 time: 4.68 seconds (83%*) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Age: 22.8 DOB: 04/18/2002 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Bowl Invite: Senior Bowl | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| SUB-POSITION: EDGE RUSHER | |
| Last Updated: 01/10/2025 | |
| Draft Year: 2025 | |
| 40 time: 4.68 seconds (83%*) | |
| Age: 22.8 DOB: 04/18/2002 | |
| Bowl Invite: Senior Bowl | |
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| Overall Rating: | 89.7 / 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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73% |
| Pass Rush: |
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99% |
| Run Defense: |
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82% |
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DRAFT PROJECTION:
1st - Top 10
Overall Rank:
#8
Position rank:
#3
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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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| Arnold Ebiketie - Penn State |
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90% |
| Laiatu Latu - UCLA |
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89% |
| Jared Verse - Florida State |
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88% |
Draft Profile: Bio
Emerging from the heart of Texas football country, Princely Umanmielen's journey to becoming a premier edge rusher began at Manor High School, where he terrorized opposing offenses with 135 tackles and 15.5 sacks during his prep career. The four-star recruit initially landed at Florida, where he steadily developed his craft over three seasons before transferring to Ole Miss for a breakout senior campaign that turned heads across the SEC.At Ole Miss, Umanmielen transformed from a promising prospect into a defensive force, earning Second-team All-America honors while showcasing the kind of nastiness and technical refinement that has NFL scouts salivating. His combination of explosive athleticism (4.68 forty) and natural pass-rushing instincts helped him rack up career-best numbers in tackles for loss (11.5) and sacks (7.0) during his final season in the SEC gauntlet.
The 6'4", 255-pound edge defender brings a rare blend of speed and power to the table, complemented by the kind of academic discipline that earned him three appearances on the SEC Academic Honor Roll. His senior season film against elite competition revealed a player who's barely scratched the surface of his potential.
Scouting Report: Strengths
- Explosive first step paired with advanced hand usage - consistently beats tackles with a lightning-quick get-off and violent hand strikes that create immediate separation
- Masters the art of cornering - shows exceptional ankle flexion and hip mobility when bending the edge, routinely getting under offensive tackles' punch
- Devastating spin move that would make Dwight Freeney proud - setup and timing are already pro-caliber, especially effective as a counter when tackles overcommit outside
- Excellent play recognition - rarely bites on misdirection and consistently maintains backside containment against zone runs
- Refined pass rush plan that builds throughout games - sets up moves early and counters effectively when tackles adjust, showing advanced mental processing
- Relentless motor that jumps off the tape - pursues plays 20 yards downfield and never takes plays off, even in garbage time
- Scheme versatile with experience playing both standing up and hand in dirt - comfortable dropping into coverage and setting edge from multiple alignments
- Natural leverage player who consistently wins the pad level battle
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
- Still developing his power rush moves - needs to convert speed to power more consistently and develop a reliable bull rush to keep tackles honest
- Can get washed out against double teams in the run game - needs to add functional strength to better anchor against combo blocks
- Sometimes loses contain when trying to make splash plays - over-pursues occasionally and creates cutback lanes that savvy runners exploit
- Initial get-off can be inconsistent - tends to be a tick late off the snap when reading rather than timing the snap count
- Could use more variety in his pass rush repertoire - relies heavily on speed rush and spin move, needs to develop more counter moves
Scouting Report: Summary
Umanmielen will likely be viewed as an impact pass rusher in sub-packages with the tools to develop into a three-down force at the next level. His combination of burst, bend, and refined technique will make him a nightmare for tackles in obvious passing situations from day one.His ideal fit would be in a defense that employs multiple fronts and allows him to rush from both 2-point and 3-point stances. Teams running aggressive, one-gap schemes will particularly value his ability to penetrate and disrupt. While he needs some refinement against the run, his frame suggests room for additional mass without sacrificing the twitch that makes him special.
Given his trajectory over the past two seasons and his standout testing numbers, Umanmielen has the makings of a potential cornerstone edge defender. His comparison would be Brian Burns - another long, twitchy edge rusher who wins with speed and bend while continuing to add power to his game. Expect him to make an immediate impact as a designated pass rusher while developing into a complete edge defender by year two.
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
38.1
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
11.0
*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.