Independence’s Star Junior Linebacker: Dallas Brannon

Dallas Brannon is a 3 Star recruit who plays Linebacker at Independence High School. Brannon is ranked among one of the top recruits in the class of 2026 and is ranked as a top 25 Inside Linebacker in the class as well. In addition, Brannon is listed as a top 20 recruit in the state of North Carolina and is listed as the #2 Linebacker in the state of North Carolina. He holds offers from schools such as Michigan, USC and Ole Miss.

Who are some role models in your life?

My mother and my coach

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

Doe Boy

What are the strengths of your game?

My agility, speed and tackling

What is your favorite memory of your career?

Beating our rival Butler, my freshman year.

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

The best player I’ve played with has to be Sincere McIntyre, who is currently at Johnson C Smith.

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

You have to remain consistent.

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

Greece

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

when I was 8 years old.

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

Kyrie Irving

What is your favorite sports moment, as a fan?

Seeing Georgia win back to back National Championships.