Princely Umanmielen, a standout edge rusher for the Ole Miss Rebels, is generating significant buzz as the NFL Draft approaches. Analysts are projecting him to be a first-round pick due to his exceptional athleticism, versatility, and disruptive presence on the field. His successful one-and-done season at Ole Miss has solidified his standing as a highly sought-after prospect.
Oxford's front seven was a dominant force this season, stifling opposing offenses and contributing significantly to the team's defensive resurgence. Leading the charge was edge rusher Princely Umanmielen , a transfer from the Florida Gators last offseason. Umanmielen's one-and-done stint at Ole Miss proved to be highly impactful, as he made a remarkable difference on a defense revitalized under the guidance of new defensive coordinator Pete Golding.
Now, as Umanmielen gears up for the NFL Draft, he is garnering high praise and projections from analysts.Analyst Tom Fornelli recently lauded Umanmielen's skillset in a mock draft, stating, 'Ole Miss went and plucked two defensive linemen out of the transfer portal last year, and I have both of them in the first round of my first mock.' Fornelli continued, 'Umanmielen is another player I'm a touch higher on than the consensus. He has a quick first step, great athleticism and is versatile. A real Vic Fangio special here.' Fornelli also projected the other defensive lineman in question, tackle Walter Nolen, to be selected 11th overall by the San Francisco 49ers. Nolen, hailing from Austin, Texas, concluded his season with impressive statistics: 37 total tackles, 13.5 tackles for loss, and 10.5 sacks across 12 games played. He consistently wreaked havoc on opposing offenses, particularly during crucial downs. Despite a brief injury setback, Umanmielen returned to form and made valuable contributions for the Rebels down the stretch. While some mock drafts place Umanmielen outside the first round, his versatility and athleticism have undoubtedly caught the attention of scouts and analysts alike, including Fornelli, who envisions him being selected relatively early in April.Umanmielen's family legacy extends to Ole Miss, as his younger brother, also an edge rusher, transferred to the Rebels this offseason from Nebraska. This younger Umanmielen is expected to help fill the void left by his older brother's departure in the 2025 season. However, Princely Umanmielen's immediate focus lies on securing a first-round draft selection. He hopes that the positive projections will materialize when the draft takes place in Green Bay, Wisconsin, from April 24-26. Should he achieve this goal, he will likely join Nolen as a Rebel whose name is called on the first night of the festivities
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