RETURNING STANDOUT

Another versatile senior for Bridgeport is 2027 EDGE/TE Brody Jeran. Jeran gives the Indians a long, athletic defender and tight end who can make an impact in a variety of ways, finishing last year with 57 tackles and 7.5 tackles for loss. His versatility also allows Bridgeport to use him offensively when needed, but we see his highest ceiling coming on the defensive side of the ball. Glenville State has already extended an offer, and another productive season should put him on the radar of additional college programs.

2027 Bridgeport EDGE/TE Brody Jeran made a position switch in the rankings this cycle, moving from tight end to edge rusher after a closer look at his long-term projection. The athleticism that made him an intriguing offensive prospect translates just as well on the defensive side of the ball, where his 6’3 frame and movement ability create plenty of upside. Jeran could ultimately be an outside linebacker at the next level, but there is also room to continue adding weight and develop as a stand-up edge defender. His versatility remains one of his biggest strengths, and the tools are there for a big senior season. Glenville State has already gotten involved with an offer, and more college programs should be paying attention this fall.

2027 Bridgeport TE/LB Brody Jeran Brody Jeran 6'3" | 200 lbs | EDGE/ATH Bridgeport | 2027 State WV produced game film for the first time and flashed high potential in his junior season with the Indians. He’s a long and athletic prospect who could project as a tight end or EDGE/OLB at the next level, depending on how colleges see him fitting their program and how his body continues to evolve in the future. Playing in a single-wing offense, his offensive production was limited, but Jeran has the frame and athletic upside to play TE at the next level, and also did a great job at OLB with 57 tackles and 7.5 TFLs. Jeran moves fluidly both laterally and vertically, which allows him to be versatile in his OLB role in coverage, pass rushing, and crashing to defend the run. He plays well in space with his length and athleticism, which aids in his ranginess and quickness to the ball, making him a definite breakout candidate to watch closely next season.

2027 TE Broady Jeran will make his way to defending state champion Bridgeport this season after two years at Buckhannon-Upshur. He’s an intriguing prospect with a lot of potential, who needs to get some game film to get his name out there for colleges fully. Jeran has looked solid this summer at various camps and should be a nice addition to the Indians’ program this season.

Here’s what we recently said about Jeran in our 2027 Rankings New Additions article:

“This ranking for 2027 Buckhannon-Upshur TE  Brody Jeran Brody Jeran 6'3" | 200 lbs | EDGE/ATH Bridgeport | 2027 State WV  is based purely on potential and upside with the #2 TE spot in the class. Jeran has no game film to evaluate yet, but has looked the part at TE at various camps this summer. You can see the vision for him at tight end with the frame he has and the athleticism to utilize as a foundation for further development. Jeran has put in a lot of time this summer working on his craft, and we’re excited to see how it translates on the field for his junior year and get some game film posted.”

This ranking for 2027 Buckhannon-Upshur TE Brody Jeran Brody Jeran 6'3" | 200 lbs | EDGE/ATH Bridgeport | 2027 State WV is based purely on potential and upside with the #2 TE spot in the class. Jeran has no game film to evaluate yet, but has looked the part at TE at various camps this summer. You can see the vision for him at tight end with the frame he has and the athleticism to utilize as a foundation for further development. Jeran has put in a lot of time this summer working on his craft, and we’re excited to see how it translates on the field for his junior year and get some game film posted.