Fans should expect a Clemson Tiger to hear his name called early in the 2023 NFL Draft.
With other big boards and early mock drafts already featuring multiple Tigers, Clemson defensive tackle Bryan Bresee recently made Fox Sports’ top 20 prospect list.
Although he only played in four games in 2021 due to injury, Bresee still had a tremendous impact when on the field, as he finished with 13 total tackles, 1.5 sacks and an interception. As a freshman, he had 23 total tackles and four sacks, earning him ACC Defensive Rookie of the Year in 2020.
Here’s what Fox Sports NFL Draft analyst Rob Rang had to say about Bresee, who Rang ranked as the No. 8 prospect.
Given that he missed most of last season due to a torn ACL and has played in just 15 college games, listing Bresee (bruh-ZEE) this high this early is pretty bold. But the flashes are ultra-bright with Bresee, who signed with Clemson as the top-rated overall prep prospect, according to some recruiting sites.
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A big man, Bresee is blessed with a rare combination of explosive power and flexibility to both strong-arm and slither his way through the line of scrimmage.
Coming off a torn ACL, Bresee will have to prove he is healthy enough to replicate his past success, but if he’s able to accomplish that feat, expect an NFL team to draft him early in round one next April.