Braden Fiske
Florida State
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HT:
6050
WT:
300
YR:
SR
POS:
IDL
OVR RK
40
POS RK
CEILING POTENTIAL
3
High-End Starter Potential
OVR RK
PLAYSTYLE & SCHEME FIT
Braden Fiske excels as a three-technique in a 4-3 defense, primarily used as an interior pass rusher due to his speed, explosiveness, and ability to disrupt the quarterback. However, he needs to improve his run defense to become a more rounded three-down player. His natural pad level, agility, and active hands make him dangerous in pass rush but struggles against the run due to a lack of length and mass.
SCOUTING REPORT
Braden Fiske shows promise primarily as an interior pass rusher with immediate impact potential, particularly in a 4-3 defensive scheme. However, for him to elevate his game to an every-down player, he will need to address his weaknesses in run defense. His age as a 24-year-old rookie could also be considered by NFL teams during the draft process. With a good showing at the Senior Bowl and the NFL Combine, Fiske has positioned himself as a likely Day 3 draft pick with the potential to move up to mid-to-late Day 2 with strong pre-draft workouts and interviews.
Primary scout:
Brandon Lundberg
KEY STRENGTHS
High Motor Pass Rusher
Quick First Step
Good Leverage/Hand Use
KEY WEAKNESSES
Average Arm Length
Struggles vs. Mauler IOL
Anchor Strength
PLAYER COMPARISONS
Geno Atkins
Anthony Zettel
Breeland Speaks