Brad Roaden Brad Roaden 6'2" | 220 lbs | LB/EDGE Dixie Heights | 2027 State KY is an explosive linebacker for Dixie Heights who can be plugged anywhere in the box and succeed. The versatile defender is most effective against the run and doesn’t let players get by him on the outside. He’s impressive at middle linebacker, stuffing the run between the guard and tackle. However, he’s at his best along the edge one-on-one against opposing offensive tackles. Roaden finished the 2025 season with 80 total tackles (40 solo) to go along with 4.0 sacks, 2.0 tackles for loss, and two forced fumbles.

Brad Roaden Brad Roaden 6'2" | 220 lbs | LB/EDGE Dixie Heights | 2027 State KY really impressed me among the group of linebackers. The 6-foot-2, 220-pound prospect really is a strong all-around prospect for his position. Tall and long limbed prospect who can flip his hips, doesn’t overpursue and stays square. Roaden displays good closing speed on the ball. He can set an edge well as a pass rusher, seal off the corner and force running backs into moments of indecision or allow his teammates to clean up the play. At the camp, where he really stood out was his skills in coverage, consistently breaking up passes and showing he can cover and carry deep routes. Roaden is also strong as a special team cover guy on kickoffs, a spot where he could contribute early at the college level.