LSU Tigers among top five for five-star linebacker Shawn Murphy

2022 Five-Star linebacker Shawn Murphy lists the LSU Tigers among his top five schools.

The LSU Tigers could be closing in on another five-star addition to their 2022 recruiting class. Shawn Murphy of Manassas, Virginia, has released his top five schools for recruitment. Joining LSU is Alabama and Florida. Penn State and Ohio State round out the top five from the Big Ten Conference.

Good, lean frame with length. Carries 200 pounds like it is 180. Excellent explosion and body control. Runs well and possesses tremendous stop-start ability. Filters through traffic and locates ball carrier. Diagnosis plays quickly. Plays downhill and physical. Good blitzer. Chases down plays from behind. Needs to continue to develop upper body strength. Ability to stack and shed needs development. Work on depth drop in passing game important. Multi-year starter at elite program. Day 1 NFL draft potential. – Brian Dohn, 247Sports

The talented linebacker could be the next big name to know as he gets closer to his decision on where he will continue his playing career. Murphy hasn’t yet set a commitment date.

Shawn Murphy’s Recruiting Profile

Rating

Stars Overall State Position
247 4 150 5 17
Rivals 5 26 2 1
ESPN 4 32 2 2
247 Composite 4 61 2 6

Vitals

Hometown Manassas, Virginia
Projected Position Linebacker
Height 6-2
Weight 215

Recruitment

  • Offered on May 28, 2019
  • Unofficial visit on June 5, 2021

Offers (Top 5)

  • Louisiana State
  • Alabama
  • Florida
  • Ohio State
  • Penn State

Crystal Ball

No crystal ball predictions at the time of publication

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