UCLA edge Laiatu Latu is one of the top defensive line prospects in this draft class and is projected to be a first or second-round pick. He’s not the only Bruin up front who’s generating interest ahead of the draft, though.
According to Justin Melo at the Draft Network, the Seahawks will host UCLA defensive lineman Grayson Murphy for a top-30 visit.
The Seattle Seahawks will host #UCLA DL Grayson Murphy on an in-person visit.
Murphy recorded 10 sacks across two seasons at UCLA after previously playing at North Texas.
Pro Day!
40: 4:52
SS: 4.33
VJ: 37"
BJ: 10-5@GraysonMurph_ on @TheDraftNetwork:https://t.co/IpkYU2pHnX— Justin M (@JustinM_NFL) March 24, 2024
Murphy (6-foot-3, 260 pounds) played his first two college seasons at North Texas, where he posted 11.5 sacks and 18.5 tackles for a loss in 19 games. Ahead of the 2022 season he transferred to UCLA. In 26 games with the Bruins he totaled another 10 sacks and 18 tackles for a loss.
According to PFF, for the 2023 season Murphy posted 21 quarterback hits, earning an 85.2 pass rush grade to go with a solid 74.7 grade in run defense. In addition to his pass rushing prowess, Murphy offers positional versatility, as he lined up practically everywhere but the A gap last year.
Here are the highlights.
Murphy is projected to be taken in the sixth round of the draft.
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