Glassboro’s Star Junior Defensive Tackle: Brandon Simmons Jr

Brandon Simmons Jr is a 3 Star recruit who plays Defensive Tackle at Glassboro High School. Simmons Jr is ranked as the 294th best recruit in the class of 2026 and is ranked as a top 15 Defensive Tackle in the class as well. In addition, Simmons Jr is listed as a top 10 recruit in the state of New Jersey and is listed as the #2 Defensive Tackle in the state of New Jersey. He holds offers from schools such as Miami, Pitt and West Virginia.

Who are some role models in your life?

I look up to my older cousin, his work ethic and his relationship with God has inspired me since I was young.

What artists do you listen to pregame, to get you hyped up?

I listen to mainly OT7 Quanny, Future, Lil Durk and Lil Baby.

What are the strengths of your game?

I believe the biggest strength of my game is my quickness.

What is your favorite memory of your career?

My favorite memory of my career was my very first high school game as a freshman. I had 4 sacks along with some tackles.

Who is the best player you have ever played with or played against in your career?

I believe the best players I’ve played with are the players that are still on my team. We are young but we have a lot of talent and underrated guys over here at Glassboro. I think we will open everyone’s eyes within the next coming years.

What is some advice you would give to an aspiring D1 athlete?

My advice would be to never let rankings tell you how good you are. 

If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?

I would like to visit Florida or Texas again.

How old were you when you fell in love with the game?

I fell in love with football my first year ever playing, at 5 years old.

If you could meet one sports hero, who would it be?

I would like to meet with Aaron Donald or Kobe Bryant. Aaron, to learn what it took to be that successful as an undersized lineman. Kobe, to learn more about his work ethic and all the time he put into his game

What is your favorite sports moment, as a fan?

My favorite sports memory as a fan was watching the Philadelphia Eagles lose the Super Bowl, because I am a Cowboys fan.