Jayden Bradford

Liberty football media day on white backdrop June 20, 2024 (photo by: Emma Kendrick)

Class:
Freshman
Position:
QB
Height:
6-0
Weight:
185
Hometown:
Columbia, S.C.

2024 (Fr.):

Redshirted

Prep:

Graduated from IMG Academy in Bradenton, Fla.
Played his final two years of high school football at the IMG Academy
Started his high school career at Chapin High School in Chapin, S.C.
Three-star recruit as ranked by Rivals.com
Three-star recruit as ranked by 247Sports.com
Three-star recruit as ranked by On3.com
No. 58 ranked quarterback in the country as ranked by 247Sports.com
No. 61 ranked quarterback in the country as ranked by On3.com
Helped Chapin High School to second round of the South Carolina 5A playoffs as a so
Earned All-State honors as a sophomore
Junior and senior seasons stats: 2,504 passing yards, 37 touchdowns, 228 completion, 68 percent completion rate
18-1 record as a starting quarterback during his junior and senior seasons
Also participated in track & field

Personal:

Son of Brandy and Darin Bradford
Father, Darin, played football at Gardner-Webb (2000-03)
Business Administration major
Birthday is July 7

Student-Athlete Q&A
What made Liberty University the right place for you to attend college/compete at the collegiate level?
I came to Liberty to improve my abilities as a player and grow in my faith.

Is there anything special you do pregame or postgame and why?
I don’t believe in superstition.

Who in your life inspires you and why are they such an inspiration?
My parents inspire me the most, and they are always there for me whenever I need.

What is your most memorable athletic moment/accomplishment?
The final game of my junior year.

If you picked your jersey/uniform number, why is that number important to you?
I choose to wear the number 4 because I have had all my best football memories wearing the number 4, and I trust this number.

Do you have any relatives who are playing or have played college or professional sports? (Names, relation to you, what/where they played)?
My Dad played at Gardener-Webb

Favorite meal (breakfast/lunch/dinner) and what is that special meal?
My favorite meal would be either steak or spaghetti.

What is the first app you check on your phone each day?
I open Instagram first every day.

What is your favorite hobby outside of athletics?
Hanging out with friends, learning new skills and improving my craft.

Who was your favorite athlete growing up?
Russell Wilson.

What is your favorite possession and why?
My phone because I use it every day.

What is your Go-To karaoke song?
Making Me Look Good Again by Drake White

What is your dream vacation spot and why?
I would like to go to Bali because it’s nice and cheap, as well as anywhere in Florida.