Five-star prospect Maalik Murphy is considered the quarterback of the future for Texas. Steve Sarkisian is taking a flyer on a player who has very little experience as a starting quarterback. Murphy’s arm strength and size displayed at the 7v7 circuit and camps is what has drawn the most interest.
Serra had their second game of the season on Friday, another chance for Murphy to showcase his talents. After starting the season 0-1, Serra bounced back with a 12-6 overtime win over Chaminade.
Murphy once again did not have the best day on paper, going 12 of 30 with 166 yards, a touchdown, and an interception. His fourth-quarter touchdown extended the game before a rushing touchdown eventually won it for Serra.
Nick Harris of Horns247 was on site to watch Murphy and generously shared several highlights on Twitter. You can watch them below.
Big third down conversion here from Serra as Maalik Murphy fires a strike to the right side for a first down.
Serra 0 | Chaminade 0
4:27 Q1@SmvOperator | @Serra__Football | @Horns247 pic.twitter.com/fZyZOZrQ8o— Nick Harris (@NickHarris247) March 20, 2021
Solid back-shoulder throw from Maalik Murphy here to put Serra in the red zone. However, the good field position would be wiped away a few plays later after a fumble.
Serra 0 | Chaminade 0
HALF@SmvOperator | @Horns247 pic.twitter.com/gXwP1FyR5e— Nick Harris (@NickHarris247) March 20, 2021
TOUCHDOWN SERRA!
Maalik Murphy fires a strike to his receiver to get the Cavaliers on the board late in this one. A missed XP keeps this one tied.
Serra 6 | Chaminade 6
4:21 left@SmvOperator | @Horns247 pic.twitter.com/WvN7bTDyOV— Nick Harris (@NickHarris247) March 20, 2021
After two games this season, Murphy’s stat line improves to 30 of 62, with 418 yards, three touchdowns, and three interceptions. The current five-star has only played two games as the starter and will have time to improve.
Sarkisian and Texas seem to have one of the most exciting quarterback projects in the country on their hands.
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