Riverside's Brayden Rose Juggles Division I Offers as Recruiting Momentum Grows
By: Liam H. MacBrien | SportzWire | January 7, 2026 | Photo courtesy Gabi Blasi
Riverside standout Brayden Rose has added another milestone to an already impressive junior year, earning Division I football offers from Syracuse and Lehigh while still in the middle of basketball season.
“When I first got the call from Syracuse, I was shocked,” Rose said. “My first thought was, did they really just offer me? I went straight to my mom.”
Syracuse’s interest began through social media, after Rose sent his Hudl film to the Orange staff. They liked what they saw — a versatile athlete who has played wide receiver, quarterback, and multiple defensive positions — and made the offer soon after.
Lehigh followed with an offer of its own, giving Rose a second D-I option and a clear contrast in programs. Syracuse offers Power-Four exposure and high-level competition, while Lehigh brings a strong academic reputation and a proven FCS football tradition. Rose says both schools have stood out for similar reasons.
“Coaching staff and campus fit are the biggest things for me,” he said. “I don’t want to be somewhere I’m not comfortable.”
On the field, Rose’s versatility has translated into production. According to MaxPreps, he was one of Riverside’s most impactful offensive players this fall, contributing both as a passer and runner while also lining up at receiver. That all-around skill set is a major reason college programs see long-term upside.
Even with recruiting attention increasing, Rose’s focus hasn’t shifted. He’s currently a key contributor for Riverside’s basketball team, continuing to show the competitiveness and athleticism that define his game year-round.
Off the field, Rose plans to major in business and is looking for a campus that feels like home, a factor that will weigh heavily as his recruitment develops.
For other athletes hoping to follow a similar path, Rose keeps the advice simple: “Do whatever it takes to get your name out there, and keep working for what you want.”
With two Division I offers already secured and more seasons still ahead of him, Brayden Rose’s recruitment—much like his game—is only gaining momentum.
