Bryten Close
Bryten Close is a three-star recruit from Campbellsville, KY, out of Taylor County (No. 1,211 in the 2026 class) who has not played in Louisville's 8 games this season.
Where Close comes from
- Campbellsville, KY
- Taylor County
- About 50 miles from L&N Federal Credit Union Stadium
- Three-star, No. 1,211 in the 2026 class.
Where Close fits
Louisville lists 19 offensive linemen this season.
Louisville offensive linemen with a game this season
The team’s line is 41st in the country in passing-downs success rate this season (a team number).
Louisville is 5-3. Next: at Georgia Tech, Sat Nov 7.
Similar players
Same class and position
Also from Campbellsville, KY
In the game threads
vs Stanford, Oct 31Wake Forest was still worse I think. But this is a close second.Louisville fan, r/CFB game threadat Syracuse, Oct 17Man we just cannot close this out.Louisville fan, r/CFB game threadvs Florida State, Oct 9Heel might have been out by the time he got possession but it’s so close feels like this would be a “stands”Louisville fan, r/CFB game threadWhere to follow
Awards
A three-star recruit at tackle for Louisville -- now graded to hold down a real starting-caliber role.
Offensive line play doesn't show up in a box score. Here's what actually tells you whether he's good.
The unit he anchors ranks 41st nationally in passing-downs success rate this season. See the full unit breakdown →
Louisville has produced 4 All-Conference offensive linemen. 4 have gone on to the NFL Draft since 2015. Mekhi Becton went on to the NFL out of this room (2020).
Joined Louisville in 2026
- 2026 Louisville BrohmYear 1 · Games –
- High school Taylor CountyCampbellsville, KY · Class of 2026Three-star, No. 1,211 in the 2026 class. Signed with Louisville.
2026
- Signed with LouisvilleThree-star, out of Taylor County