Taven Bryan

Taven Coal Bryan (born March 11, 1996) is an American professional football defensive end. He played college football for the Florida Gators and was selected in the first round of the 2018 NFL draft by the Jacksonville Jaguars. He has also played for the Cleveland Browns and Indianapolis Colts.

Early life Bryan attended Natrona County High School in Casper, Wyoming, where he played high school football. He was the top-ranked football recruit in Wyoming in the class of 2014. He committed to the University of Florida to play college football.

College career Bryan played at Florida from 2014 to 2017. During his career he had 65 tackles, four sacks, and one interception. After his junior season in 2017, Bryan decided to forgo his senior year and enter the 2018 NFL draft.

Professional career

Jacksonville Jaguars Bryan was selected by the Jacksonville Jaguars in the first round (29th overall) of the 2018 NFL draft. On July 17, 2018, Bryan signed a four-year, $10.2 million contract with the Jaguars.

The Jaguars declined to exercise the fifth-year option on Bryan's contract on May 3, 2021, making him a free agent after the 2021 season.

Cleveland Browns On March 16, 2022, Bryan signed a one-year contract with the Cleveland Browns. He started 16 games in 2022, recording 26 tackles and three sacks.

Indianapolis Colts On March 17, 2023, Bryan signed a one-year contract with the Indianapolis Colts. He played in all 17 games with seven starts, recording 22 tackles, two sacks, and a forced fumble.

Bryan re-signed with the Colts on March 26, 2024.

Cincinnati Bengals On July 20, 2025, Bryan signed with the Cincinnati Bengals. He was released on August 25.

Baltimore Ravens On September 24, 2025, Bryan signed with the Baltimore Ravens' practice squad. He was promoted to the active roster on November 15. Bryan was placed on injured reserve on November 27, due to an ankle injury suffered in Week 12 against the New York Jets.

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