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Washington Football: 5 freshmen who’ll have instant impact in 2017

By Andrew Miller

SEATTLE, WA - OCTOBER 22: Members of the Washington Huskies celebrate after defeating the Oregon State Beavers 41-17 on October 22, 2016 at Husky Stadium in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Otto Greule Jr/Getty Images)
SEATTLE, WA - OCTOBER 22: Members of the Washington Huskies celebrate after defeating the Oregon State Beavers 41-17 on October 22, 2016 at Husky Stadium in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Otto Greule Jr/Getty Images) /
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Unlike Elijah Molden, Byron Murphy is not a true freshman. He was the highest-rated recruit in Washington’s 2016 recruiting class. Murphy took a redshirt his first season. If he can perform well early in the season, he should lock down a starting spot for the rest of the year.

Murphy has all the talent needed to effectively take the spot Sidney Jones left open. Learning from potential All-American safety Taylor Rapp will be great for Murphy. The speed, range, and ball skills that Murphy possesses makes him unique.

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Washington expects a good number of turnovers forced from their defensive backs. Murphy has the potential to grab at least three interceptions this year. A quick start to the season for Murphy would catch some weaker non-conference opponents like Rutgers and Fresno State off guard.

Murphy is a name to watch to not only make an impact but also be a potential star for the Huskies.

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