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Nicholas Muse (born November 25, 1998) is an American professional football tight end for the Los Angeles Rams of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the William & Mary Tribe before transferring to the South Carolina Gamecocks.

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Early life

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Muse grew up in Belmont, North Carolina, and attended South Point High School.[1]

College career

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Muse began his college career at William & Mary. As a freshman, he caught four passes for 55 yards and one touchdown.[2] Muse was named third-team All-Colonial Athletic Association as a sophomore after finishing the season with 30 receptions for 453 yards and one touchdown. After the season, he transferred to South Carolina.[3]

Muse caught 17 passes for 158 yards in his first season with the Gamecocks.[4] As a senior, he had 30 receptions for 425 yards and one touchdown.[5] Muse decided to utilize the extra year of eligibility granted to college athletes who played in the 2020 season due to the coronavirus pandemic and return to South Carolina for a third season.[6] He caught 20 passes for 222 yards with two touchdowns in his final season.[7]

Professional career

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Pre-draft measurables
Height Weight Arm length Hand span 40-yard dash 10-yard split 20-yard split 20-yard shuttle Three-cone drill Vertical jump Broad jump Bench press
6 ft 4+3⁄8 in
(1.94 m) 		259 lb
(117 kg) 		31+3⁄4 in
(0.81 m) 		9+1⁄2 in
(0.24 m)		 4.71 s 1.63 s 2.71 s 4.26 s 7.09 s 30.5 in
(0.77 m)		 9 ft 3 in
(2.82 m)		 27 reps
All values from Pro Day[8][9]

Minnesota Vikings

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Muse was selected by the Minnesota Vikings with the 227th overall pick in the seventh round of the 2022 NFL draft.[10] He was waived on August 30, 2022, and re-signed to the practice squad one day later.[11][12] Muse was signed to the 53-man roster on November 19.[13] Muse was waived on January 6, 2023, and re-signed to the practice squad.[14] He signed a reserve/future contract on January 16.[15]

Muse was released on November 26, 2024, and re-signed to the practice squad.

Philadelphia Eagles

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On January 22, 2025, the Philadelphia Eagles signed Muse to their practice squad.[16] He won a Super Bowl championship when the Eagles defeated the Kansas City Chiefs 40–22 in Super Bowl LIX.[17] He signed a reserve/future contract with Philadelphia on February 14.[18] Muse was waived on August 26, as part of final roster cuts.[19]

Arizona Cardinals

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On October 8, 2025, Muse signed with the Arizona Cardinals' practice squad.[20] He was released by the Cardinals on October 28.[21]

Los Angeles Rams

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On November 11, 2025, Muse was signed to the Los Angeles Rams' practice squad.[22]

Personal life

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Muse's older brother, Tanner Muse, played college football at Clemson and most recently played for the Jacksonville Jaguars.

References

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Nick Muse

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Nicholas Muse (born November 25, 1998) is an American professional football tight end for the of the (NFL). Standing at 6 feet 5 inches (1.96 m) and weighing 252 pounds (114 kg), he played for the from 2017 to 2018 and the from 2019 to 2021. Selected by the Minnesota Vikings in the seventh round (227th overall) of the , Muse spent his first three seasons (2022–2024) with the team, appearing in 16 games primarily on special teams and recording one career reception for 22 yards in 2023. After his release from the Vikings in November 2024, he signed with the ' practice squad in January 2025, was released in August 2025, joined the ' practice squad on October 8, 2025, and was released on October 28, 2025, before signing with the ' practice squad on November 11, 2025. As of the 2025 season, he has no offensive statistics.

Early life

High school career

Nick Muse attended South Point High School in , where he graduated in 2017. He was a four-year letterwinner in football, playing as both a and linebacker under Mickey Lineberger. He also lettered in , , and . A two-year defensive captain, he was a two-time all-conference selection and earned second-team All-Charlotte Observer honors as a senior. He was named the team's most versatile player as a senior and Defensive Player of the Game in the 2015 State Championship, while being active in the and . As a junior in 2015, Muse earned Defensive Player of the Year honors after recording a team-high seven interceptions, including two returned for touchdowns against West Charlotte and Lake Norman Charter. He also led the team with 160 tackles that season. In his senior year of 2016, Muse repeated as Gazette Defensive Player of the Year, amassing 165 tackles to lead the team for the second straight season. Offensively, he recorded 31 receptions for 553 yards and nine touchdowns, helping South Point secure the N.C. 3A state championship while the defense limited playoff opponents to an average of 13 points over five games. Over his career, he tallied 359 total tackles, 218 solo tackles, and 14 interceptions. Muse attracted attention from college programs during his recruitment and committed to play tight end at William & Mary in December 2016.

Family background

Nicholas Brant Muse was born on November 25, 1998, in . Muse grew up in a supportive family environment in Belmont, where his parents, Kevin Muse, a production technician at Daimler , and Shannon Muse, a specializing in , encouraged his athletic interests from a young age. Kevin coached his sons' youth football teams, fostering their early development in the sport and creating a family dynamic centered on sports participation. The family resided near Charlotte, providing access to local athletic programs that shaped Muse's formative years. Muse's early exposure to football came primarily through his older brother, , born in 1996, who was actively involved in the sport during their childhood in Belmont. Admiring Tanner's skills and success in youth leagues and beyond, Nick learned football fundamentals at home and through family-supported activities, including as a complementary interest. This sibling relationship and parental involvement influenced his pursuit of athletics into high school. No specific pre-high school educational highlights beyond local schooling in Belmont are noted.

College career

William & Mary

Nick Muse enrolled at the in the fall of 2017 after committing from South Point High School in . As a for the in the Colonial Athletic Association (CAA), he contributed to the team's passing offense during his time there, focusing on blocking and receiving routes. In his freshman season of 2017, Muse appeared in six games with one start, recording 4 receptions for 55 yards and 1 touchdown. His limited role reflected his adjustment to college-level play in a program emphasizing a balanced offensive scheme under head coach Jimmye Laycock. Muse's sophomore year in 2018 marked a significant step forward, as he appeared in all seven games with three starts and earned third-team All-CAA honors. He ranked second on the team with 30 receptions for 453 yards and 1 touchdown, placing seventh in the CAA in receiving yards per game (64.7). These performances highlighted his development as a reliable target in the Tribe's pro-style offense. After two seasons at William & Mary, spanning three academic years, Muse transferred to the in June 2019 to pursue opportunities at the FBS level, forgoing his junior year eligibility with the Tribe.

University of South Carolina

In 2019, Nick Muse transferred from William & Mary to the , seeking a higher level of competition in the after two seasons in the Football Championship Subdivision. His prior experience at William & Mary, where he had developed as a receiving , helped facilitate a smooth transition to the Gamecocks' program. Muse received an NCAA to play immediately, allowing him to join the team for fall camp without sitting out a year. As a junior in 2019, Muse appeared in eight games with one start, recording 17 receptions for 158 yards before suffering a season-ending injury against Vanderbilt. In his senior year of 2020, during a COVID-19-shortened season of 10 games, he started all contests and emerged as a key contributor in the passing game, hauling in 30 catches for 425 yards and one , including a career-high 131 yards on eight receptions versus Georgia. He earned Fourth-Team All-SEC honors by Phil Steele, was named to the Watch List, and was named to the SEC Fall Academic Honor Roll. Muse utilized the extra year of eligibility granted by the NCAA due to the , returning as a redshirt senior in 2021 for a full 13-game schedule. Starting every game, he posted 20 receptions for 222 yards and two touchdowns, serving as a reliable target in the tight end rotation while also contributing to the run game. He received Preseason Third-Team All-SEC recognition, the Joe Morrison Co-Offensive Player of the Spring Award, and was selected to participate in the East-West Shrine Bowl, an all-star showcase that aided his preparation for the NFL Draft.

Professional career

Minnesota Vikings

Muse was selected by the Minnesota Vikings in the seventh round (227th overall) of the after a standout senior season at the , where he tallied 30 receptions for 425 yards and one . As a , he primarily developed on the practice squad but was elevated to the active roster for 10 games, contributing 108 special teams snaps without recording any offensive statistics. In 2023, under head coach Kevin O'Connell, Muse secured a place on the 53-man roster as a depth and appeared in two games, logging 2 offensive snaps and 29 special teams snaps. During that season, he made his lone career reception to date—a 22-yard catch—establishing his early professional receiving total of 1 catch for 22 yards through 2024. Muse's 2024 season saw him active for four games, where he played 17 offensive snaps and 47 special teams snaps, continuing his role in providing depth and special teams support. He was waived by the Vikings on November 25, 2024. Over his three seasons with Minnesota, Muse focused on versatile contributions as a blocking tight end and special teams player, appearing in a total of 16 games without starting any.

Philadelphia Eagles

Following his release from the Minnesota Vikings, Nick Muse signed with the Philadelphia Eagles' practice squad on January 22, 2025, ahead of their NFC Championship game. This move brought NFL seasoning from his prior years with the Vikings to the Eagles' tight end room, where he primarily served in a depth role without seeing game action during the postseason. Muse remained on the practice squad through the Eagles' victory over the on February 9, 2025, by a score of 40–22, earning a as part of the team's extended roster. Although he was not elevated to the active roster and recorded no snaps in the game, his presence contributed to the position's depth during the playoff push, supporting starters and amid injury concerns. On February 14, 2025, the Eagles signed him to a reserve/, securing his spot on the 2025 roster heading into the offseason. During the 2025 offseason program and , Muse participated in practices and preseason activities, providing veteran experience and blocking support to bolster the group's versatility and injury insurance. His role emphasized developmental contributions rather than offensive production, helping maintain competitive depth at the position. However, the Eagles waived Muse on August 25, 2025, as part of initial roster cutdowns following the preseason.

Arizona Cardinals

Following his release from the ' practice squad, Nick Muse signed with the ' practice squad on October 8, 2025, to help address depth issues at . The Cardinals had recently placed rookie Tip Reiman on injured reserve with a season-ending ankle injury sustained in Week 5 against the , creating a need for additional options behind starters and . Muse, a veteran with prior experience, was viewed as a reliable blocker and special teams contributor who could provide competition and insurance during the team's midseason roster adjustments. During his brief tenure with Arizona, Muse did not appear in any games and remained on the practice squad without elevation to the active roster. The Cardinals' tight end group continued to evolve, with further signings like Pharaoh Brown later in October to bolster the position amid ongoing depth concerns. However, Muse was released from the practice squad on October 28, 2025, just three weeks after joining. This short-lived opportunity underscored Muse's journeyman role in the NFL, where he has navigated multiple practice squad stints across teams while seeking a more permanent spot on an active roster. Despite not logging snaps in Arizona, the experience highlighted his persistence in a league where tight end depth is often fluid due to injuries and performance evaluations.

Los Angeles Rams

On November 11, 2025, Muse signed with the Los Angeles Rams' practice squad. As of November 15, 2025, he has not been elevated to the active roster and has not appeared in any games for the team.

Personal life

Family relationships

Nick Muse maintains a close relationship with his older brother, Tanner Muse, who played college football at Clemson University and had a professional career as a linebacker, most recently with the Jacksonville Jaguars. The brothers have shared notable parallels in their NFL journeys, including both being waived by their respective teams on their birthdays—Tanner in 2021 with the Las Vegas Raiders and Nick in 2024 with the Minnesota Vikings—highlighting their enduring sibling bond amid professional challenges. Their parents, Shannon and Muse, have provided consistent support throughout Nick's career, attending games and offering encouragement despite the family's divided allegiances during the brothers' college years at rival programs Clemson and . This parental backing has extended into the professional era, with the family remaining a pillar of stability as Nick navigated team transitions from the to the Eagles and Cardinals. The Muse brothers' family dynamic has influenced Nick's post-college football path through collaborative efforts, such as co-hosting an annual youth football camp in their hometown of , where they mentor young athletes and give back to the community that shaped their early careers. This ongoing partnership underscores how familial ties continue to motivate Nick's dedication to the sport beyond individual achievements.

Post-football interests

Nick Muse engages in community-oriented activities rooted in his hometown of Belmont. He co-hosts the annual Muse Brothers Football Camp with his brother Tanner, a special teams player, focusing on youth development through skill-building sessions and for high school and younger athletes. The camp, in its fourth year in 2025, emphasizes fundamentals, , and personal growth, drawing over 100 participants from the Gaston County area each summer. Muse has demonstrated a commitment to through his participation in the NFL's My Cause My Cleats initiative. In 2024, while with the , he wore custom cleats to support the Animal Humane Society, an organization dedicated to animal adoption and care, highlighting his interest in promoting pet rescue efforts. During offseasons, Muse maintains a disciplined regimen centered on strength and conditioning, often incorporating community involvement like the football camp to stay connected to his roots while reflecting on his professional journey. He spent time on the ' during their 2024 season, which culminated in a victory in February 2025.

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