Brandon Miyazono is SMU’s do-it-all, coverage-savvy linebacker
In the 2025 season, Brandon Miyazono emerged as a steady two-way linebacker for SMU, posting 45 tackles, 4.5 tackles for loss, 2.0 sacks, 8 pass breakups, 1 interception, and 1 forced fumble while appearing in all 13 games with two starts[1][2]. His calling card is versatility: he flashes in coverage, carries tight ends well, and brings enough backfield disruption to matter on passing downs[1][2]. Add in a full-season workload and a reputation as a reliable, active defender, and he looks like a smart fit for a team that values instincts, range, and matchup flexibility[1][4].
