Top 40 Chandavian Bradley commits to Tennessee

Four-star edge Chandavian Bradley of Platte County (MO) announced his commitment to Tennessee Sunday afternoon.

The 6-foot-5, 220 pounder chose the Volunteers over South Carolina and Texas A&M.

Bradley on why he chose Tennessee

“Definitely the family atmosphere I get from there,” Bradley said. “They were most definitely the school that caught my interest from the jump.

Chandavian Bradley on relationship with Tennessee coaching staff

“I’m really close with coach Chop,” Bradley said. “We just connected really well from the beginning. We go beyond football all the time, and he’s been a great person to talk to. He’s like an uncle to me for real.”

Tennessee’s plan for Bradley

“They are going to have me and Caleb (Herring) play the same thing,” Bradley said. “Our games compliment each other so we really can change out and switch most definitely. I’m a versatile edge. I can drop but I also rush.”

The top player in Missouri joins the Vols’ top 12 class in the 2023 team rankings alongside Nico Iamaleava, Caleb Herring, and others.

Chandavian Bradley Scouting Summary

“Rangy, developmental EDGE prospect whose best football is ahead of him. Has a long, lean frame at 6-foot-4.5, 215 pounds entering his senior season,” On3’s Director of Scouting Charles Power wrote. “A bouncy, fluid athlete both on the field and basketball court. Showcases the flexibility with his ability to sink his hips and bend around the edge on Friday nights and in the camp setting. Primarily plays in a two-point stance at high school, both as an outside linebacker and stand-up pass rusher. Makes most of his big plays in pursuit, using his athleticism to track down ball carriers. Can open up and run in space. Disrupts passing lanes with his length. Still developing as a pass rusher. Will need to add considerable mass and strength to his narrow frame. May take some time to add the proper weight once in a college strength program.”

Bradley ranks as the No. 37 player in the On3 Consensus, a complete and equally weighted industry-generated average that accounts for all four major recruiting sites. He also tabs in as the No. 6 edge and the top player in the state of Missouri.