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Summer is here, and it is everyone’s favorite time of the year, scouting time. Every year, we do Summer Scouting to preview college football for Vikings fans, but also give them an idea of names to follow and watch in the fall as needs pop up for Minnesota.
Are we going to write about quarterbacks? Offensive tackles? Edge rushers? You know it, but why? Because other NFL teams will draft them, just as they will draft every other position. It all matters whether these players end up on the Vikings, the Bears, or the Steelers. We write these so Vikings fans can be the most informed fans.
So if you are still with us, enjoy our latest Summer Scouting report as we prepare you for the Fall.
Film
- Oklahoma
- Tulane
Background Info
- Listed at 6-5/245 lbs.
- 4-Star prospect according to 247 Sports
- Transferred from Nebraska to Ole Miss to LSU
- Brother is Princely Umanmielen of the Carolina Panthers
- All-State selection in high school
- District Co-Defensive Lineman of the Year
- Second-Team Freshman All-American in 2023
- Third-team All-SEC in 2025
Notable career stats heading into 2026
- 91 Tackles
- 20 Tackles for a Loss
- 12 Sacks
Notable numbers from PFF heading into 2026
- Lines up the most at LOLB (60% of snaps)
- 66 QB Hurries
- 1 Pass batted at the line of scrimmage
- 47 Defensive stops
- Pass Rush Win Rate of 18.1%
Strengths
- Top-tier speed off the edge
- Finesse moves can overwhelm blockers
- Good size and length
- Thrives standing up on the edge
- Hits hard, finds the ball well
Player Summary
Umanmielen has raw speed and power off the edge, which allows him to overwhelm blockers. He showcases quick feet, fast hands, and good balance when engaging blockers as well. He tackles well when he gets his hands on ball carriers, doesn’t let them run through arm tackles. He needs to work on some more counters but he has shown enough that has me intrigued. Another year in the SEC will be telling to him as he could be a fun day two pick.
This article originally appeared on Vikings Wire: 2027 NFL Draft Summer Report: Princewill Umanmielen, Edge, LSU
