Bryan Bresee "In the Round 1 Discussion" Per ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr.

Of the eight Clemson Tigers to participate in the 2023 NFL Combine, none helped themselves more than defensive lineman Bryan Bresee, at least according ESPN's Mel Kiper Jr..

Kiper released his list of prospects who helped themselves the most this past weekend. Among them was Bresee.

The NFL Draft expert said Bresee looked "fresh and healthy" as he moved during drills. Bresee's 4.86 40-yard dash showed just how explosive the nearly-300 pound Bresee can be.

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It's going to be interesting to see were the former 5-star ends up going in the NFL Draft. If you had asked that question at the end of 2020, Bresee's freshman season, most people would've slotted him as a future top-10 pick, but injuries over the past couple of seasons have hindered those expectations.

Injuries held Bresee to just 25 games during his three seasons, but his impact was felt when he was on the field, totaling 15.0 tackles for loss and 9.0 sacks. At 6-foot-5, 298 pounds, he may be a little undersized to play nose tackle in the league, but that may be just slimming down for the Combine. During his career, Bresee typically played north of 300.

His ability to play every spot across the line will be a big factor in Bresee going early. Teams covet lineman they don't have to take off the field. Bryan Bresee looks to be just that.

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