2023 NFL Draft Scouting Notes: DT Bryan Bresee, Clemson

The number one overall player in the recruiting class of 2020. Interesting play style – really just tries to get under the blocker and dictate wherever he moves. Very long body type. Bryan Bresee has reportedly benched 435 lbs, power cleaned 330, and deadlifted 585. He’s reportedly vertical jumped 30 inches and clocked in the high 4.7’s in the forty-yard-dash. 

Bryan Bresee

DT – Clemson Tigers

HT: 6045
WT: 300
Year: Super Sophomore
High School: Damascus (Damascus, MD)
Rating: 5-star (0.9995)

Projected Draft Grade: Immediate Role Player

Projection: Top 10

Bryan Bresee scouting notes

Pros:

  • Very smooth athlete. Will be among the best in the NFL when he enters. Reportedly ran a high 4.7. Looks like he should run in the 4.87-4.95 range. 
  • Good upper body strength. Can move off of blocks relatively well. 
  • Has a good first step. 
  • Very strong tackler. Does a great job working off of blocks to impact run lanes.
  • Flashes good recognition. Shows good instincts from time to time. 
  • Fairly good pass rusher. Has the athleticism to get after the quarterback from the interior.

Cons:

  • Just didn’t play well enough to demand double teams while on the field. 
  • Doesn’t typically hold double teams well. 
  • Doesn’t really show any hand usage or desire to hand fight. 
  • Not particularly good in space. 
  • Injured his wrist in week 1 against Georgia in 2021. Missed the majority of the 2021 season with a torn ACL in week 4. 

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