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Bryan Mone

Bryan Mone (born October 20, 1995) is an from , , who played for the and had a four-year career in the () with the from 2019 to 2023. Standing at 6 feet 3 inches tall and weighing 345 pounds, Mone was an undrafted free agent who signed with the Seahawks following the after a standout college tenure at the , where he appeared in 48 games with 19 starts, recording 43 tackles, 5.0 tackles for loss, two pass breakups, and two fumble recoveries. In his NFL career, primarily as a nose tackle, Mone contributed to Seattle's defensive line with 75 total tackles (33 solo), 2.0 sacks, one forced fumble, and two pass breakups over 41 games, including 8 starts, before being released by the team in March 2024. Following his NFL stint, Mone signed with the San Antonio Brahmas of the United Football League (UFL) in August 2024, before being released in March 2025. As of November 2025, Mone remains an unrestricted free agent seeking opportunities to return to professional football.

Early life and high school

Early life

Bryan Mone was born on October 20, 1995, in to parents Havili and Sela Mone. His family had immigrated from the Polynesian nation of , initially moving to in search of better opportunities before relocating to , , to access medical care for his older brother, Filimone, who was born in and suffers from a severe that requires constant assistance with daily activities such as feeding and bathing. Mone's early childhood in was marked by significant family responsibilities, as 's strong Tongan community provided support for his family's needs. Starting around , he took on much of the caregiving for Filimone, who has the mental capacity of a young child, while also coping with the loss of another brother to . These experiences instilled a deep sense of duty and motivation in Mone, shaping his upbringing amid the cultural influences of his Polynesian heritage in a supportive environment. During his pre-teen years in , Mone's physical build began to stand out, leading to his initial exposure to organized sports, including , which emerged as an outlet following the family's settlement. This early development paved the way for his entry into high school athletics at Highland High School in .

High school career

Bryan Mone attended Highland High School in , , from 2010 to 2014, playing defensive line under head coach Brody Benson. Growing up in , he developed an early interest in that fueled his rapid physical development as a prospect. By his senior year, Mone had grown to 6 ft 4 in (1.93 m) tall and 315 lb (143 kg), showcasing the size and strength that made him a dominant interior . Over his high school career, Mone recorded impressive defensive statistics, including 144 total tackles, 19 tackles for loss, and 6.0 sacks, with much of his production coming as a junior when he earned first-team all-state honors in with 70 tackles, 10 tackles for loss, and 3 sacks. These performances highlighted his ability to disrupt plays in the backfield and established him as one of the top prospects in the West. Mone capped his high school tenure with selection to the 2014 Under Armour All-American Game, where he competed against elite national talent. Rated a four-star recruit—the top prospect in —by both (No. 91 nationally, No. 7 ) and (No. 96 nationally), he drew widespread attention during his recruitment. On February 12, 2013, as a junior, Mone committed to the , turning down scholarship offers from programs including Stanford, , UCLA, BYU, and Oregon State.

College career

2014–2015

Bryan Mone enrolled at the in January 2014 as a true , having committed the previous year as a highly touted four-star recruit from Highland High School in , . During the 2014 season, he appeared in 12 games primarily as a reserve on the defensive line, earning his first varsity letter while adapting to Big Ten competition under head coach . Mone recorded 9 tackles (2 solo, 7 assisted) across 5 games, including 1.5 tackles for loss, and contributed a fumble recovery in a 34-10 win over on November 1, where he also notched a tackle for loss. These early contributions represented a portion of his career total of 43 tackles at , highlighting his initial role in bolstering the Wolverines' interior defensive front as a developing nose tackle prospect. Entering the 2015 preseason under new head coach , Mone was positioned for an expanded role after a promising freshman year, but he suffered a significant setback during fall camp. On August 12, 2015, he broke a in his lower right —described by Harbaugh as a "freak injury"—while participating in a blocking drill, which sidelined him for the entire season. The injury, initially reported as a fractured ankle, required and , ultimately leading to Mone receiving a medical redshirt to preserve his eligibility. The loss of Mone disrupted Michigan's defensive line plans, as he was expected to compete for a starting tackle spot alongside players like Willie Henry, forcing adjustments in depth and rotations for the season opener against and beyond. During his recovery, Mone focused on and film study to accelerate his development, maintaining team involvement in a non-playing capacity while preparing for a potential return the following year. This period tested his resilience but ultimately allowed him to redshirt without losing a year of eligibility, setting the stage for future contributions.

2016–2018

Following his recovery from a broken leg that sidelined him for the entire 2015 season, Mone returned to the ' defensive line rotation in 2016 as a redshirt . He appeared in 10 games, primarily serving as a rotational , where he recorded 12 tackles, 1.0 tackles for loss, 1 pass breakup, and 1 fumble recovery. His contributions helped bolster Michigan's run defense, which ranked among the Big Ten's top units that year, allowing just 114.5 rushing yards per game. In 2017, Mone saw an increase in playing time as a junior, participating in all 13 games with 5 starts and logging more snaps in Michigan's . He tallied 10 tackles and 1.0 tackles for loss, including a career-high 5 tackles in a loss to Ohio State, along with 1 pass breakup. These efforts supported a Wolverines that finished first in the Big Ten in total (285.2 yards allowed per game), with Mone providing interior pressure and run-stopping presence alongside teammates like Maurice Hurst. As a in 2018, Mone solidified his role at nose tackle, starting 11 of Michigan's 13 games and earning honorable mention All-Big Ten honors from the media. He contributed 12 tackles, 1.5 tackles for loss, and 0.5 sacks, helping anchor a defensive line that limited opponents to 118.8 rushing yards per game, third-best in the conference. Over his full college career at , spanning 48 games with 19 starts, Mone amassed 43 tackles, 5.0 tackles for loss, 2 pass breakups, and 2 fumble recoveries. Measuring 6 ft 3 in and weighing between 345 and 366 at his pro day, Mone showcased his imposing physical profile during pre-draft workouts. After the , where he went undrafted, Mone signed as an undrafted with the , highlighting his potential as a space-eating interior based on his tape and combine measurables.

Professional career

Seattle Seahawks

Bryan Mone signed with the as an undrafted on April 28, 2019, shortly after the conclusion of the . His physical build and run-stopping ability from his career at contributed to the team's interest in adding depth to their defensive line. Mone made his NFL debut on September 8, 2019, in the Seahawks' season opener against the , where he recorded two tackles in a 21-20 . Over his tenure with the Seahawks from 2019 to 2023, Mone appeared in 41 games as a rotational , accumulating 73 total tackles (33 solo, 40 assisted), 2.0 sacks, 1 forced , and 2 passes defended. In the 2019 season, he played in four games, primarily providing depth on the interior line. His role expanded in 2020, where he featured in 10 games and notched 0.5 sacks along with a , though he was placed on injured reserve in due to an ankle injury. Mone's most productive year came in 2021, starting five of 14 games and recording 35 tackles, 1.5 sacks, and his lone forced of his career, solidifying his value as a run . In 2022, Mone started three of 13 games, contributing 25 tackles before suffering a torn during the Seahawks' Week 15 loss to the on December 15; he was officially placed on injured reserve on December 20. The , which required and revealed additional knee complications, sidelined him for the remainder of the 2022 season and the entire 2023 campaign as he continued his recovery. The Seahawks released Mone on March 6, 2024, with a non-football designation as part of broader roster and adjustments ahead of free agency.

San Antonio Brahmas

Following his release from the , Bryan Mone signed with the of the United Football League (UFL) on August 27, , providing an opportunity to revive his professional career at age 28 after dealing with lingering injuries from his tenure. Mone joined the Brahmas as a to bolster their defensive line, which had been one of the league's strongest units in the prior season. However, his time with the team was brief, as he did not participate in any games during the 2024–2025 UFL season due to his release on March 8, 2025, just before training camp and the regular season began. As of November 2025, Mone remains an with no reported signings to another team following his UFL departure.

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