Branson Deen

Before Miami: Spent first five seasons of collegiate career (2018-2022) at Purdue…Tabbed as Honorable Mention All-Big Ten selection for final two seasons (2022, 2023)… Finished with 74 tackles, 15.5 tackles for loss and 7.5 sacks during time with Boilermakers… Had 28 tackles,four tackles for loss and 2.5 sacks in final campaign in 2022…Enjoyed career year in 2021, totaling 26 tackles, 9.5 tackles for loss and four sacks…Recorded safety on sack and had two TFLs as part of a season-high four solo tackles vs. Rutgers in 2020.

High School: Helped Lawrence Central advance to Indiana 6A state playoffs in final season, finishing with 42 total tackles…Finished with 14 tackles and one sack during junior season in 2016.