Late riser Braylan Shelby could give USC defensive line more upside than many expect

There are few things #USC needs more than for its D-line recruits to meet expectations. Enter Braylan Shelby.

The 6-foot-4, 238-pound Braylan Shelby rode a massive rise in the class rankings, going from outside the Top247 to the No. 61 overall prospect and No. 8 EDGE recruit via 247Sports. He is the No. 76 overall prospect and the No. 13 edge in the 247Sports Composite.

The Texas native recorded 77 total tackles, 12 tackles for a loss and eight sacks in nine games as a junior. He also recorded five pass breakups, 19 QB hurries, forced four fumbles, and returned an interception for a TD.

The diagnosing ability versus run plays may force him into a situational pass-rushing role early on in the 2023 season for the Trojans’ defense. He possesses a lot of good traits that can assist his pass-rushing ability at the edge position.

Shelby’s ability to convert his speed and quickness into power is his biggest and most positive attribute. I also love his quickness when he explodes off his outside foot to challenge inside rushing paths. He plays with a lot of hustle and competitive toughness.

Expect Shelby to be in the rotation when he gets on the field next season. If injuries emerge on the depth chart, he could even start a few games up front next to Korey Foreman.

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