Brenden Jordan, S, Texas Tech: 2027 NFL Draft Prospect Profile & Scouting Report
1. General Information
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Name |
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Position |
Strong Safety (SS) |
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Jersey Number |
#7 |
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Class |
Senior |
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School |
Texas Tech |
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Height / Weight |
6’0″ / 205 lbs |
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Hometown / HS |
Mansfield, Texas / Mansfield HS |
2. Career Statistical Breakdown
Defensive Production
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Season |
Team |
Conf |
Class |
G |
Tackles |
TFL |
Sacks |
INT |
PD |
FF |
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2023 |
Texas Tech |
Big 12 |
SO |
12 |
33 |
0.0 |
0.5 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
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2024 |
Texas Tech |
Big 12 |
JR |
14 |
59 |
2.0 |
0.0 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
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Total |
26 |
92 |
2.0 |
0.5 |
1 |
1 |
1 |
3. NFL Combine Testing Projections
Projected baseline physical metrics for the 2027 NFL Draft cycle based on his verified collegiate production, explosive athletic profile, and established safety benchmarks.
- 40-Yard Dash: 4.48 – 4.55 seconds
- Vertical Jump: 35.0″ – 37.0″
- Broad Jump: 10’0″ – 10’4″
- 10-Yard Split: 1.54 – 1.60 seconds
- Bench Press: 16 – 20 repetitions
4. Scouting Notes
Background Profile
Brenden Jordan is a disciplined, hard-hitting safety who has developed into a defensive cornerstone at Texas Tech. A product of Mansfield, Texas, Jordan transitioned from a versatile “star” hybrid role earlier in his career to a full-time boundary safety position in 2025, where he showcased significant growth.
With 794 defensive snaps recorded in 2025 alone—the third-most on the team—Jordan has proven to be a reliable, durable presence who combines high-level play recognition with physical toughness.
Key Strengths
- Reliable Tackler: A high-effort tackler who consistently wraps up in space. His ability to deliver consistent stops is backed by high defensive grades from advanced metrics (PFF), particularly in rush defense and tackling.
- Positional Versatility: Successfully navigated the transition from hybrid “star” defender to a primary safety, proving he can handle complex zone schemes and communicate with the back-end of the defense.
- Durable & Dependable: Started all 13 games in 2025 and proved himself as one of the most reliable assets in the secondary, rarely coming off the field in high-leverage situations.
- High Football IQ: Displays solid play recognition skills, allowing him to navigate the “trash” in run support and maintain discipline in coverage assignments.
Developmental Focus
As he approaches the 2027 draft cycle, Jordan’s developmental focus is on increasing his takeaway production. While his tackle numbers and run-defense grades are strong, scouts will look for him to prove he can consistently create turnovers—specifically through improved ball-tracking and aggressive plays on contested catches.
Further refinement of his man-to-man technique against elite slot receivers will be key to establishing his role as a complete, three-down safety at the next level.
Draft Countdown Film Notes
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All-Star Game Notes
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Combine/Pro Day Measurables
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