Bralen Trahan Summer Scouting Report

Background

NAME: Bralen Trahan

POSITION: S

SCHOOL: Louisiana

HEIGHT: 6’0″

WEIGHT: 192

CLASS: 6SR

HOMETOWN: Lafayette, LA

HIGH SCHOOL: Acadiana

DOB: 11/21/1998

GAMES WATCHED: Georgia Southern, Appalachian State, Liberty

Career Stats

2017 (11 games): 5 tackles and 1 INT.
2018 (4 games): 8 tackles, 1 for loss, 1 INT, and 1 forced fumble.
2019 (14 games): 7 starts. 35 tackles, 1 for loss, 2 INT, and 2 pass deflections.
2020 (11 games): 4 starts. 48 tackles, 2.5 for loss, 4 INT, 9 pass deflections, and 1 TD.
2021 (14 games): 12 starts. 40 tackles, 1 for loss, 1 INT, 2 pass deflections, and 1 fumble recovery.

Trait Grades

Range: 45 (Fringe Average)
Instincts: 55 (Above Average)
Tackling: 30 (Poor)
Run Support: 40 (Below Average)
Change of Direction: 45 (Fringe Average)
Man Coverage: 45 (Fringe Average)
Zone Coverage: 45 (Fringe Average)
Versatility: 40 (Below Average)
Frame: 45 (Fringe Average)
Physicality: 30 (Poor Average)

Analysis

Primarily a Cover 2 deep half safety or Cover 1 deep man who flexed into the box or slot on occasion. Wasn’t a consistent starter during his breakout season in 2020, but seems to have a strong grip on a starting job heading into 2022. Slender frame from his background as a corner probably will prevent him from playing anything but deep halves as a pro. Instinctive player who really impressed me with his ability to stick to responsibilities against the triple option of Georgia Southern. Doesn’t have the mass to consistently impact the game as a tackler. Don’t mind him as a cover guy when the action stays in front of him, but he lacks the top-end speed to keep up with deep threat receivers. Likely a career special teamer if he cracks a roster, but could shine in that role thanks to plus instincts.