Empey redshirted his true freshman season at BYU after returning from his mission. He became the Cougars' starting center going into his redshirt freshman season and started every game he played for them over the next four years. He was a Freshman All-American selection.[2] Empey declared for the NFL Draft with one year of eligibility left.[3][4][5]
After going undrafted in the 2022 NFL draft, Empey signed with the Dallas Cowboys on April 30, 2022.[7] Empey was waived by the Cowboys on August 28, 2022.[8]
Miami Dolphins
Empey was signed to the Miami Dolphins practice squad on September 1, 2022.[9] He was added to the active roster on December 3, 2022.[10]
Tennessee Titans
Empey signed with the Tennessee Titans on May 15, 2023.[11] He was waived on July 28.
Green Bay Packers
Empey was claimed off waivers from the Titans on July 31, 2023 by the Green Bay Packers.[12] After being released at the end of training camp, he signed to the team's practice squad.[13] Empey was released on September 1, 2023.[14]
Tennessee Titans (second stint)
On December 19, 2023, Empey was signed to the Titans practice squad.[15] He was not signed to a reserve/future contract and thus became a free agent when his contract expired at the end of the season.[16]