Tanner Muse is an S out of Clemson. The tier model reads him as a bust-risk — 3% elite, 4% starter.
Athleticism
NFL.com's Lance Zierlein: “His field agility and short-area athleticism aren't anything special despite moving over from safety.”
Physicality
NFL.com's Lance Zierlein: “He already has linebacker size and his frame should be able to handle additional weight if needed.”
Production Context
NFL.com's Lance Zierlein: “Muse's ability to cover tight ends and handle four-phase special teams duties improve his chances of making the backend of a roster.”
Role and scheme fit
The archetype rules read him as a box-S.
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“…Slow-footed safety with hybrid linebacker tendencies. Muse plays with tight, restricted movement that lacks necessary fluidity to handle coverage duties as an NFL safety and he'll likely be asked to slide into a full-time linebacker role. He already has linebacker size and his frame should be able to handle additional weight if needed. His field agility and short-area athleticism aren't anything special despite movin…”
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