2026 NFL Draft Summer Scouting Report: James Brockermeyer, C, Miami (FL)
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: James Brockermeyer
School: Miami (FL)
Height/Weight: 6-3/295 lbs.
Player Background
- 4-Star Recruit
- Under Armour All-American
- Transferred from Alabama to TCU to Miami (FL)
- All-Big 12 Honorable Mention in 2024
Career Stats Heading into the 2025 Season
- 28 Career Games
- 26 Career Starts
Notable PFF Numbers Heading into the 2025 Season
- 67.7 PFF Run Blocking Grade
- 81.1 PFF Pass Blocking Grade
- 343 Run Blocking Snaps
- 506 Pass Blocking Snaps
Player Traits
- Will finish blocks and take defenders out of plays
- Can be lean-looking but uses his weight and leverage well
- Good initial punch into defenders
- Good anchor ability
- Can recover well if beaten by defenders
Player Summary
James Brockermeyer has been in the college ranks for years now, but he has yet to build up a strong resume. Last year at TCU, he finally showed some promise with some meaningful reps. He demonstrated good power and punch ability into defenders, as well as a good base to handle pass rushers. He looks lean on film but he has some good leverage skills, and it allows him to not get beaten as often as you would think when watching him. At this point, Brockermeyer needs more reps, plain and simple. Once he gets that, we could be looking at a reliable interior offensive lineman in the NFL.
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