"All Gas, No Brakes: The Relentless Force You Can’t Contain"

Brayden Cole Hunt

@bcole2028

IG: @braydencole3006

6'1", 215 lbs, Class of 2028

William Amos Hough HS, NC

Brayden is a fierce, explosive wrecking ball built for chaos in the trenches. With his raw power, elite instincts, and nonstop motor, he is a relentless disruptor who punishes anything in his path. A natural enforcer with advanced football IQ, Brayden has a rare ability to diagnose plays, slip blocks, and close with violent intent. What separates him from others at his position is how quickly he reacts and how hard he finishes. He’s not just chasing tackles, but hungry to dominate. From the first whistle to the last snap, he’s all gas, no brakes. Coaches can count on Brayden to bring intensity, discipline, and the type of edge that sets the tone for a defense. He’s a game-changer in the trenches, plain and simple.

As a true freshman at Metrolina Christian Academy, Brayden earned varsity reps and delivered, finishing the season with 20 tackles, 2 tackles for loss, 1 forced fumble, 1 fumble recovery, and 4 QB hurries. And that was just the beginning. Since then, he’s added muscle, speed, and confidence, now weighing in at 215 lbs with an even quicker first step. His biggest improvements have come from the classroom, film study, pre-snap recognition, and understanding offensive tendencies. The result is a stronger, faster, smarter version of an already dangerous interior lineman. After transferring to powerhouse William Amos Hough HS, he’s motivated by the doubters and driven by the program's winning culture. He knows he has to uphold that standard, and he’s embracing the pressure with pride.

Brayden doesn’t just play football, but lives for the grind. His offseason goals are locked in on becoming more dominant, helping his team win, and earning college opportunities. He attacks every rep like it’s a playoff snap and fuels his fire with purpose: to create a better future for his family and prove he belongs among the best. Whether he’s studying film, getting extra reps, or conditioning to outlast opponents, he’s all in. When facing adversity, he finds strength in faith, turning to Philippians 4:6-7 to center himself and get back to work. He dreams of playing P4 football and is targeting schools that combine elite academics, like engineering or pre-med, with a football program that feels like family. Liberty University has already shown serious interest, inviting him to tour their facilities. Virginia Tech and others like Alabama, Georgia, Ohio State, and Florida have taken notice, and the buzz is only getting louder.

I assess that Brayden brings a mix of size, motor, and intelligence that gives any defense a backbone of toughness and consistency. He’s a tone-setter with strong hands, violent speed, and relentless energy, and his film proves he’s a sideline-to-sideline force, not just a gap-plugger. His relentless mindset and versatility make him an immediate asset at any level.

Expect Brayden to take a massive leap this season. With his physical development, high football IQ, and a chip on his shoulder, he’s positioned to become one of the top interior defenders in his class. He’s only scratching the surface of what he can become, and he’s doing it with a hunger that never slows down. Stay tuned for a breakout season ahead.