Bradyn Swinson DE/EDGE LSU | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
Bradyn Swinson DE/EDGE LSU
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
| SUB-POSITION: EDGE RUSHER | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Last Updated: 12/20/2024 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Draft Year: 2025 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 40 time: 4.80 seconds (56%*) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| SUB-POSITION: EDGE RUSHER | |
| Last Updated: 12/20/2024 | |
| Draft Year: 2025 | |
| 40 time: 4.80 seconds (56%*) | |
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| Overall Rating: | 85.2 / 100 | |
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| Average rating of opposition Offense player has faced | ||
| Offense Rating: |
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79% |
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| Tackling: |
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72% |
| Pass Rush: |
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98% |
| Run Defense: |
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79% |
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DRAFT PROJECTION:
2nd - Late
Overall Rank:
#66
Position rank:
#21
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| College Games: 52 College Snaps: 1512 | ||
ESPN RATING: 78/100
College Combine Results
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247 RATING: 88/100
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RIVALS RATING: 5.7 (93%)
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| Player Comparison* (Similarity level) | ||
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| Kingsley Enagbare - South Carolina |
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92% |
| Will McDonald IV - Iowa State |
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87% |
| Austin Booker - Kansas |
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87% |
Draft Profile: Bio
Bradyn Swinson brings significant college experience across two Power 5 programs, accumulating 70 career tackles, 12.0 tackles for loss, and 5.0 sacks through 42 appearances. The 6'4", 250-pound edge defender started his career at Oregon before transferring to LSU, where he emerged as a disruptive force in the SEC.At Chapel Hill High School in Georgia, Swinson earned Region 5-AAAA Co-Defensive Player of the Year honors as a senior, recording 10 sacks and 16 tackles for loss. His production caught the attention of major programs, leading to his commitment to Oregon as a three-star recruit.
After three seasons with the Ducks, including a breakout performance against Ohio State that earned him Pac-12 Defensive Lineman of the Week honors, Swinson transferred to LSU. In his first season with the Tigers, he recorded 35 tackles, 6.5 tackles for loss, and led the defensive line with 9 quarterback hurries while appearing in 12 games.
Scouting Report: Strengths
- Demonstrates exceptional first-step explosion off the line of scrimmage, consistently beating offensive tackles to their set point and establishing immediate pressure
- Uses length effectively in pass rush scenarios, displaying advanced hand placement techniques to keep blockers off his frame and maintain leverage
- Exhibits outstanding motor and pursuit skills, consistently chasing plays from the backside and maintaining effort through the whistle
- Shows versatility in defensive alignments, effectively rushing from both two-point and three-point stances while maintaining production
- Demonstrates advanced pass-rush technique with a variety of moves, including effective swim and swipe counters
- Successfully converts speed to power on bull rushes, showing surprising strength despite lighter frame
- Displays excellent spatial awareness when rushing the passer, maintaining quarterback awareness throughout his rush path
- Proven production against high-level competition, including notable performances in both the SEC and Pac-12
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
- Frame is notably light for an NFL edge defender, potentially limiting his effectiveness against more powerful offensive tackles at the next level
- Shows some limitations when defending the run, particularly when teams run directly at him with power blocking schemes
- Demonstrates adequate but not exceptional bend around the corner, limiting his ability to flatten to the quarterback on speed rushes
- Can get caught oversetting against misdirection plays and RPOs, occasionally losing containment responsibilities
- Needs to develop more consistent counter moves when initial pass rush plan is defeated by offensive tackles
Scouting Report: Summary
The tape shows a refined pass rusher with plus burst off the edge and nuanced hand fighting ability who can be deployed immediately in sub-packages. Despite lacking ideal bulk for the position, his powerful strikes and advanced rush plan allow consistent pocket penetration against high-caliber tackles.Most effective operating from a two-point stance in an odd front where his lateral quickness and spatial awareness shine in stunts and twists. The pass rush toolbox features polished swipe-rip combinations and a developing long-arm move, though his rush depth needs refinement when turning the corner. Current limitations against the run restrict him to a designated rusher role until he develops more mass and play strength.
Film evaluation suggests a Day 2/3 selection who brings immediate value as a situational rusher while developing into a potential starter. Best scheme fit: 3-4 outside linebacker in a pressure-heavy system that emphasizes stunts and multiple alignments.
How other scouting services rate Bradyn Swinson (Overall Rank)
All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
67.6
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
23.0
*Percentile Ranking in Player's Position Group (NFL Combine Historical Data): This percentile reflects how a player's specific statistics rank
in comparison to historical performances at the NFL Combine, specifically within their position group. A higher percentile indicates a better performance.
For instance, being in the 90th percentile for a particular stat means the player outperformed 90% of their peers in that category.
*Similarity Percentage: This percentage is calculated based on a comprehensive analysis of various factors, including height, weight, 40-yard dash times, on-field performance statistics, and overall player rating. The analysis is conducted against our database of draft prospects from 2021 to 2023. This similarity score helps in evaluating how closely a current prospect aligns with past prospects. It is important to note, however, that this score reflects similarities based on college production and attributes, and does not account for eventual success or performance in the NFL.
*Similarity Percentage: This percentage is calculated based on a comprehensive analysis of various factors, including height, weight, 40-yard dash times, on-field performance statistics, and overall player rating. The analysis is conducted against our database of draft prospects from 2021 to 2023. This similarity score helps in evaluating how closely a current prospect aligns with past prospects. It is important to note, however, that this score reflects similarities based on college production and attributes, and does not account for eventual success or performance in the NFL.