Bradyn Swinson (LB) — NFL transaction history: 8 moves

Bradyn Swinson

8 moves · New England Patriots, Pittsburgh Steelers, Arizona Cardinals

LB · 24 yrs · 6-4, 255 lb · LSU; Oregon2 yrs experience · 2025 rd 5, pick 146

Bradyn Swinson, a 5th-round pick in 2025 (No. 146 overall), has played for three clubs since 2025, the last of them the Cardinals, after a September 2026 stretch with the Steelers. Along the way: waived and released by the Patriots, then signed by the Steelers within three days in August–September 2026; most recently signed to the practice squad by the Cardinals on October 20, 2026.

Draft data: Pro Football Reference

Tue, Oct 20, 2026Practice SquadCardinals
Tue, Sep 1, 2026Practice SquadSteelers
Mon, Aug 31, 2026Terminated Via Waivers, all contractsPatriots → free agent
Sun, Aug 30, 2026Waived, No RecallPatriots
Sat, Nov 15, 2025Free Agent SigningPatriots
Wed, Aug 27, 2025Terminated Via Waivers, all contractsPatriots → free agent
Wed, Aug 27, 2025Practice SquadPatriots
Tue, Aug 26, 2025Waived, No RecallPatriots