Bryant University

As a senior: Excelled on special teams and in the defensive secondary for the Bulldogs in his final season ... Appeared in 10 games on the season ... Collected 17 tackles and one tackle for a loss ... Led the Bulldogs with five tackles on special teams ... Posted a career-high six tackles against Central Connecticut (Nov. 10) ... Teamed up with Connor McNamara to sack Robert Morris QB Jeff Sinclair at his own three to secure Bryant's first victory of the season ... His play on special teams helped the Bulldogs lead the NEC in kick return coverage ... Blocked a punt in season-opener vs. Marist (Sept. 1).

As a junior: Appeared in all 11 games as a part of the special teams unit ... Finished the year with three tackles ... Collected two tackles vs. Stonehill on Oct. 8.

As a sophomore: Appeared in six games for the Black and Gold.

As a freshman: Appeared in 5 games in first season in Smithfield.

Before Bryant: 2009 graduate of Passaic Valley ... Four-year letterwinner in varsity football ... Team Captain as a senior ... Starting defensive back and wide receiver ... Team reached state semifinal in 2006 and qualified for state playoffs in 2007 ... Named to Northern Hills Conference First Team All-Conference as a junior and First Team All-Conference and Second Team All-County as a senior ... Recorded 268 total career tackles including 101 as a senior ... Eight interceptions and three forced fumbles with four recoveries ... Registered 3.5 quarterback sacks ... Offensively, caught 81 passes for 1,102 yards and 7 touchdowns ... Rushed for 504 yards on 97 carries and scored six touchdowns ... Standout special teams player ... Member of Varsity Club and Student Senate.

PERSONAL: Born on February 4, 1991 ... Son of Peter and Maria Murphy ... One brother, Anthony ... One sister, Kendall.