NFL Draft Summer Scouting Report: Joshua Braun, G, Kentucky
Are we going to write about quarterbacks? You know it, but why? Because other NFL teams will draft them, just as they will draft every other position. It all matters whether these players end up on the Bucs, the Bears, or the Steelers. We write these so Bucs fans can be the most informed fans.
So if you are still with us, enjoy our latest Summer Scouting report as we prepare you for the Fall.
Player Information
Player: Joshua Braun
School: Kentucky
Height/Weight: 6-6/338 lbs.
Player Background
- 4-Star Recruit
- Mother (Basketball) and Father (Football) attended West Point.
- National Merit Scholar
- State qualifier in Tennis in High School
- Transferred from Florida to Arkansas to Kentucky
Career Stats Heading into the 2025 Season
- 38 Career Games
- 19 Career Starts
Notable PFF Numbers Heading into the 2025 Season
- 69.6 PFF Run Blocking Grade
- 82.6 PFF Pass Blocking Grade
- 1,126 Run Blocking Snaps
- 1,309 Pass Blocking Snaps
Player Traits
- Good athlete with movement skills
- Has the power to handle NFL-sized defenders
- Holds his own picking up blitzers and defenders in open space
- Shows promise as a pass blocker
- Physical blocker when given the chance
Player Summary
Joshua Braun has made his way around the SEC, but he has proven that he more than belongs among the conference's talent. Braun has good athleticism to pull when asked to and can be a lead blocker for a running back. He has a good base and balance to handle defenders who either blitz or collide with him in the open field. All in all, Braun has some tools to work with, but being in one consistent program is needed for him to take the next step truly, I think it is possible given his athletic style and build.
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