Ball-hawking Notre Dame safety with NFL-ready instincts
David Bruton Jr. was a rangy, high-IQ Notre Dame safety whose best college season came in 2008, when he posted 97 tackles and a team-high 4 interceptions; over his Irish career, he finished with 214 tackles and 7 picks. He stood out for his playmaking range, dependable tackling, and special-teams value, but what really separated him was his toughness and versatility—he kept fighting through a demanding college career and later played in the NFL before retiring after six concussions in eight seasons. If you want a defender who brings grit, instincts, and ball skills, Bruton was that kind of guy.
