Princely Umanmielen

Princely Umanmielen, Mississippi, DE, 6043, 244, rSr.

Draft Profile

Frankly: (To Be Added)

Overview

Umanmielen excels as a pass rusher when deployed in wide alignments, where his length and burst are maximized to threaten the edge. His impact on third downs is particularly noteworthy, as his ability to counter tackles inside or explode off the edge creates immediate challenges for opposing protection schemes. His progression during his time at Ole Miss showcases significant technical growth under the tutelage of Randall Joyner. Early in the season, Umanmielen relied on his athleticism to win, but by November, his rush plans became deliberate and polished, resulting in a dominant three-game stretch that featured six sacks executed with a variety of techniques. The consistency he displayed in high-leverage situations, including third downs and red zone plays, underlines his readiness to contribute immediately as a pass-rushing specialist. In systems that emphasize attacking from wide alignments, Umanmielen's blend of explosiveness, length, and refined technique positions him as one of the most intriguing edge rushers in this draft class.

Background

The Texas native's development has been a testament to steady growth and determination. Emerging from Manor High School as a four-star recruit, Umanmielen initially joined Florida, where he displayed incremental progress over four seasons. However, his transfer to Ole Miss unlocked his full potential. In his lone season with the Rebels, Umanmielen recorded 10.5 sacks, tying for second-most in school history, while anchoring a defense that led the nation in rush defense. His impact extended beyond statistics, as his wide-9 alignment allowed him to flourish, commanding attention from blockers and creating opportunities for teammates. His standout performance against Georgia, where he logged two sacks and forced a fumble, exemplifies his ability to dominate against elite competition. Umanmielen’s impressive technical refinement, paired with his natural explosiveness, contributed to his team’s record-setting defensive output, further solidifying his profile as a top prospect.

Scouting Report

Pros: Umanmielen combines electric burst and natural bend to immediately challenge tackles, forcing them to abandon their base early. His inside counter spin move is particularly devastating, often catching tackles off balance, as showcased against Georgia and Arkansas. Length and play strength translate to an effective long-arm technique, consistently driving blockers backward when converting speed to power. He demonstrates impressive spatial awareness, maintaining proper rush lanes and leverage on the quarterback. His change of direction ability is a standout trait, allowing him to redirect seamlessly on stunts without losing momentum. Umanmielen’s competitive toughness is evident in his relentless pursuit, frequently making impact plays on screens and outside runs. Additionally, he effectively uses his length to create separation at the point of attack and processes blocking schemes quickly, staying well-positioned against misdirection.

Cons: Umanmielen’s tendency to play with high pad level against the run allows blockers to gain leverage and control him. His reliance on raw athleticism occasionally limits his hand usage, which remains underdeveloped relative to his overall game. He struggles to anchor against double teams, often getting neutralized when facing multiple blockers inside. Additionally, his disengagement technique can be slow, as he lacks a consistently violent approach to shedding blocks. When his initial pass rush move is thwarted, his plan can become predictable, highlighting the need to develop a wider arsenal of counter moves.

HISTORY — from college profile

COLLEGIATE HONORS

• Coaches All-SEC Second Team (2023)
• AP All-SEC Second Team (2023)
• USA Today Sports Network All-SEC Team (2023)

ACADEMIC HONORS

• Three-time SEC Fall Academic Honor Roll (2021-23)

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2023: Started all 12 games this season… Led the team with career-highs in tackles-for-loss (11.5), sacks (7.0), quarterback hurries (17) and tied his career-high in tackles (39)... Had three quarterback hurries and assisted on a sack for a safety vs. No. 5 Florida State (Nov. 25)... Notched a solo sack for a loss of three yards with three tackles (two solo) at No. 9 Missouri (Nov. 18)... Logged a quarterback hurry with two tackles at No. 18 LSU (Nov. 11)... Had 2.5 sacks for 13 negative yards with a quarterback hurry and six tackles (three solo) against Arkansas (Nov. 4)... Registered a career-high nine tackles (six solo) with 1.5 tackles-for-loss and two quarterback hurries vs. No. 1 Georgia (Oct. 28)... Finished with 2.0 tackles-for-loss, a solo sack, quarterback hurry and four tackles (three solo) at South Carolina (Oct. 14)... Forced two quarterback hurries with two tackles vs. Vanderbilt (Oct. 7)... Had four tackles (two solo) with a tackle-for-loss of negative three yards at Kentucky (Sept. 30)... Recorded third straight game with a tackle-for-loss and added a sack with a career-high four quarterback hurries with two solo tackles vs. Charlotte (Sept. 23)... Made four tackles (two solo) with a quarterback hurry and a solo stop during a two-point conversion against No. 11 Tennessee (Sept. 16)... Tallied two tackles (one solo), 1.5 TFL and 1.0 sack in the win against McNeese (Sept. 9)... Started on the defensive line in the season opener at No. 14 Utah (Aug. 31) and registered one quarterback hurry.

 

2022: Played in all 13 games while making 11 starts at defensive end, totaling 39 tackles (16 solo), 9.5 TFL, 4.5 sacks, two forced fumbles and five quarterback hurries… Capped off the season with one sack in the Las Vegas Bowl vs. No. 14 Oregon State (Dec. 17)… Notched six tackles (one solo) and 0.5 TFL at No. 16 Florida State (Nov. 25)… Registered five tackles (one solo) and 0.5 TFL at Vanderbilt (Nov. 19)… Tallied two tackles, 0.5 sacks and two QB hurries in the victory over South Carolina (Nov. 12)… Was all over the stat sheet with three tackles (two solo), 2.0 TFL, 1.0 sack, one forced fumble and two QB hurries in the win at Texas A&M (Nov. 5)… Had one solo tackle vs. No. 1 Georgia (Oct. 29)… Set career highs with six tackles (four solo) and 3.0 TFL while adding 1.0 sack in the win over Missouri (Oct. 8)… Broke out with three tackles (one solo), one sack for a loss of 16 yards and one forced fumble in the victory vs. Eastern Washington (Oct. 2)… Had one solo tackle at No. 11 Tennessee (Sept. 24)… Recorded his first TFL of the season while finishing with four tackles (one solo) in the victory over USF (Sept. 17)… Tied his career high with four tackles (three solo) against No. 20 Kentucky (Sept. 10)… Started at defensive end, logging three tackles and one quarterback hurry in the season-opening victory over No. 7 Utah (Sept. 3).

2021: Saw action in all thirteen games at defensive end… Collected 17 tackles (nine solo), 1.5 sacks and a forced fumble… Made his first career start against UCF (Dec. 23) in the Gasparilla Bowl and collected three tackles (one solo)… Credited with one assisted tackle against Florida State (Nov. 27)…  Recorded two tackles (one solo) against Samford (Nov. 13)… Registered one solo tackle and one quarterback hurry against South Carolina (Nov. 6)… Logged two tackles (one solo) against Vanderbilt (Oct. 9)… Registered four tackles (three solo), including a sack for seven yards, a forced fumble, and one quarterback hurry against Tennessee (Sept. 25)… Recorded four tackles (two solo), including 0.5 sack for a loss of two yards against South Florida (Sept. 11)... Credited with one quarterback hurry in season opener against FAU (Sept. 4)... Named to the SEC Fall Academic Honor Roll.

2020: Saw action in six games... Credited with three defensive stops, 2.0 tackles for loss and 2.0 sacks...  Notched a quarterback hurry in collegiate debut vs. Missouri (Oct. 31)... Made half sacks in back-to-back contests against Georgia (Nov. 7) and Arkansas (Nov. 14)... Made solo sack in Florida's 37-34 victory at Tennessee (Dec. 5)... Assisted on a tackle in the Cotton Bowl vs. Oklahoma (Dec. 30).

High School: Helped Manor High School (Manor, TX) to Texas University Interscholastic League (UIL) Class 5A, Division 1 state championship quarterfinals in 2019… Finished his high school career with 135 tackles, 48 tackles for loss and 15.5 sacks… Totaled 90 tackles, 27 TFLs and 10 sacks as a senior in 2019… Ranked No. 9 in his position in the country by 247Sports…

PERSONAL

Two-time SEC Fall Academic Honor Roll (2021-22)... Chose Florida over Texas, Baylor and Auburn.

2022

defensive
TFL	QB HUR	TOT	TD	PD	SACKS	SOLO
9.5	5.0	39.0	0.0	0.0	4.5	16.0

2021

defensive
TFL	QB HUR	TOT	TD	PD	SACKS	SOLO
1.5	4.0	17.0	0.0	0.0	1.5	9.0

2020

defensive
TFL	QB HUR	TOT	TD	PD	SACKS	SOLO
2.0	1.0	3.0	0.0	0.0	2.0	1.0