King Miller, RB, Southern Cal: 2027 NFL Draft Prospect Profile & Scouting Report
1. General Information
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Name |
|
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Position |
Running Back (RB) |
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Jersey Number |
#8 |
|
Class |
Junior |
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School |
Southern Cal |
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Height / Weight |
6’0″ / 215 lbs |
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Hometown / HS |
Calabasas, Calif. / Calabasas HS |
2. Career Statistical Breakdown
Rushing & Receiving Production
|
Season |
Team |
Conf |
Class |
G |
Rush |
Yds |
Y/A |
TD |
Y/G |
Rec |
Yds |
Y/R |
TD |
Y/G |
|
2024 |
USC |
Big Ten |
FR |
0 |
0 |
0 |
— |
0 |
0.0 |
0 |
0 |
— |
0 |
0.0 |
|
2025 |
USC |
Big Ten |
SO |
13 |
156 |
972 |
6.2 |
8 |
74.8 |
16 |
111 |
6.9 |
0 |
8.5 |
|
Total |
13 |
156 |
972 |
6.2 |
8 |
74.8 |
16 |
111 |
6.9 |
0 |
8.5 |
3. NFL Combine Testing Projections
Projected baseline physical metrics for the 2027 NFL Draft cycle based on his downhill running style, contact balance, and physical development.
- 40-Yard Dash: 4.52 – 4.62 seconds
- Vertical Jump: 33.0″ – 35.0″
- Broad Jump: 9’10” – 10’2″
- 10-Yard Split: 1.55 – 1.62 seconds
- Bench Press: 16 – 20 repetitions
4. Scouting Notes
Background Profile
King Miller’s ascent from an under-the-radar recruit to the focal point of Lincoln Riley’s rushing attack is a testament to his preparation and physical development. A former three-star prospect out of Calabasas High School, Miller initially joined USC as a walk-on. After overhauling his body in the 2025 offseason to reach 215 pounds, he capitalized on early-season backfield injuries, bursting onto the national scene with a 158-yard showing to upset No. 15 Michigan. Earning a scholarship and establishing himself as a reliable, big-game producer, Miller enters his junior year shouldering high expectations as USC’s premier offensive back.
Key Strengths
- Downhill Vision and Anticipation: Processes blocking developments quickly, displaying an advanced feel for anticipating running lanes and manipulating second-level defenders before hitting the hole.
- Big-Game Reliability: Consistently elevated his performance against top-tier competition in 2025, ripping off 100-plus yard performances in marquee matchups against Michigan, Nebraska, Northwestern, and UCLA.
- Contact Balance: Maximizes his sturdy 6’0″, 215-pound frame to absorb initial contact, break arm tackles in the hole, and continuously fall forward for hidden yardage.
- Functional Pass-Catching Upside: Though lightly utilized in the passing game, he flashes natural hands and open-field spatial awareness on check-downs, screen concepts, and swing routes.
Developmental Focus
As Miller enters his first full season as the undisputed lead back for the Trojans, NFL evaluators will look for him to prove his durability over a complete, high-volume SEC-style workload. Expanding his route tree beyond basic flat concepts and continuing to refine his blitz pickup technique as an every-down pass protector will be vital in raising his draft ceiling.
Draft Countdown Film Notes
pending
All-Star Game Notes
pending
Combine/Pro Day Measurables
pending