Scott Polacek@@ScottPolacekFeatured Columnist IVJuly 10, 2022
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The Tennessee Volunteers were able to improve their defensive line when edge-rusher Bradley joined their recruiting class.

Bradley is a 5-star prospect and the No. 1 player in the state of Missouri.

His talent is underscored by the list of schools interested in him.

He announced his 10 finalist schools in March of 2022. His ceiling made it no surprise that some of the best programs in the country were interested in him.

Bradley will be even better when he adds strength and technique to his game at the college level, according to Allen Trieu.

He can explode past offensive linemen off the edge with his quick burst, which could force double-teams his way as soon as his freshman season. Even if he doesn't get sacks as a pass-rusher, that will help him impact the game by freeing up some of his teammates for better coverage.

When they get to the next level, Bradley can play against the run and chase down ball-carriers.

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He has the potential to be one of the best defensive players in the country by the time he is ready for the NFL draft, because his ceiling alone means he will likely work his way into his new team's defensive line rotation.

Bradley will be one of the most important recruits of the class.

The commitment of Nicholaus Iamaleava was a big deal for Tennessee. Josh Heupel's direction of the program has been further solidified by the addition of another blue-chip star.