College Station, Texas, October 19, 2025
News Summary
Jaiden Bryant, a promising 2027 defensive end from Irmo, South Carolina, is actively visiting colleges this football season. Following a recent visit to Texas A&M, where he enjoyed the game atmosphere and met with the coaching staff, Bryant has plans for more college visits. He currently ranks 52nd overall and 10th among edge rushers in his class. As he explores his options, the Gamecocks remain a key contender in his recruitment journey, despite new interests in other schools.
College Station, Texas – Jaiden Bryant, a 2027 defensive end from Irmo, South Carolina, is actively visiting colleges nearly every weekend this football season as he explores his recruitment options. Most recently, he traveled to Texas A&M, where he attended a game against Florida that saw over 105,000 fans in attendance.
During his visit to Texas A&M, Bryant noted that he “loved the experience” and found the atmosphere comforting and reminiscent of home. The coaching staff at Texas A&M expressed confidence in Bryant’s potential fit within their defensive scheme, drawing comparisons to current player Cashius Howell, who has recorded 8 sacks this season. The visit included a breakfast meeting where Bryant discussed football with head coach Mike Elko, further solidifying his positive impression of the university.
This weekend, the young defensive end plans to attend the highly anticipated Alabama-Tennessee rivalry game in Tuscaloosa. Following this, he is scheduled to watch the Alabama game against USC in Columbia, South Carolina. Although his college exploration is expanding, the Gamecocks, with defensive ends coach Sterling Lucas, remain a strong contender for his recruitment, despite Bryant no longer considering USC as his number one choice.
Looking ahead, Bryant has a busy schedule lined up for game visits, which includes:
- Oklahoma at Tennessee on November 1
- Syracuse at Miami on November 8
- Arkansas at LSU on November 15
- Samford at Texas A&M on November 22
- Clemson at USC on November 29
To-date, Bryant has attended games at various schools including USC, Clemson, Texas A&M, Miami, and Florida State this season. Currently, he holds the rank of the 52nd overall prospect in the class of 2027 and is 10th among edge rushers according to 247Sports. Standing at 6’4” and weighing nearly 250 pounds, Bryant boasts impressive high school statistics, including 136 tackles, 21.5 sacks, 31 tackles for loss, ten pass breakups, and four forced fumbles throughout his first two varsity seasons.
Recruitment Overview
- Name: Jaiden Bryant
- Position: Defensive End
- Rank: 52nd overall prospect, 10th among edge rushers (247Sports)
- Height/Weight: 6’4″, nearly 250 lbs
- High School Stats: 136 tackles, 21.5 sacks, 31 tackles for loss, ten pass breakups, four forced fumbles
- Recent Visits: Texas A&M, USC, Clemson, Miami, Florida State
Upcoming Visit Schedule
- November 1: Oklahoma at Tennessee
- November 8: Syracuse at Miami
- November 15: Arkansas at LSU
- November 22: Samford at Texas A&M
- November 29: Clemson at USC
Recruitment Status
As Bryant continues to explore his college options, he is keeping his choices open while considering multiple offers. His impressive skills on the field and upcoming scheduled visits will undoubtedly enhance his recruitment journey.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who is Jaiden Bryant? Jaiden Bryant is a 2027 defensive end from Irmo, South Carolina.
- What recent college did Jaiden Bryant visit? Jaiden Bryant visited Texas A&M.
- What was the attendance for the Texas A&M game Jaiden visited? The game attracted over 105,000 fans.
- What are Jaiden Bryant’s stats this season? He has 136 tackles, 21.5 sacks, 31 tackles for loss, ten pass breakups, and four forced fumbles during his first two varsity seasons.
- What schools is Jaiden Bryant considering? Bryant is considering Texas A&M, USC, Clemson, and others as he keeps his options open.
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Additional Resources
- 247 Sports: Jaiden Bryant’s Visit to Texas A&M
- Sportstalk: Jaiden Bryant at Texas A&M
- Aggies Wire: Jaiden Bryant’s Recruitment
- Sports Illustrated: Alabama Hosts Jaiden Bryant
- Wikipedia: College Football Recruiting
- Google Search: Jaiden Bryant
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