Brayden Loftin stats, 2026
UCLA (9–0, Big Ten). Tight end. 2026 season, games through Nov 7, 2026.
Brayden Loftin is a tight end for UCLA (9–0). Among receivers and tight ends this season he's 440th in yards per catch (12.0), 512th in explosive catches (16+ yards) (3), 691st in receiving yards (96), in 7 games. This week: Illinois at UCLA.
Bio
Who is Brayden Loftin?
- Position
- Tight end
- Class
- Senior
- Height
- 6-4
- Weight
- 231 pounds
- Number
- No. 85
- Hometown
- Omaha, NE
From the 2026 roster, the 247Sports recruiting composite and the transfer portal, all via CollegeFootballData.com.
The season
Brayden Loftin's receiving stats
He's 440th of 763 receivers and tight ends in yards per catch (12.0) and 691st of 765 receivers and tight ends in receiving yards (96).
| Stat | Season | National rank |
|---|---|---|
| Receiving yards | 96 | 691st of 765 |
| Catches | 8 | 718th of 765 |
| Yards per catch | 12.0 | 440th of 763 |
The season
Brayden Loftin's receiving efficiency and big plays
He's 512th of 742 receivers and tight ends in explosive catches (16+ yards) (3).
| Stat | Season | National rank |
|---|---|---|
| Explosive catches (16+ yards) | 3 | 512th of 742 |
Ranks are among every FBS receivers and tight end with the stat this season. Rates need a minimum sample (50 dropbacks for passing rates, 20 carries, 8 catches). From the play-by-play.
Charts
How does Brayden Loftin compare, in charts?
Teammates
How does Brayden Loftin compare with his UCLA teammates?
Loftin has 96 of UCLA's 1,988 receiving yards (5%) and 0 receiving touchdowns. The leader is Semaj Morgan, with 471.
UCLA's pass catchers
UCLA's pass catchers by catches and receiving yards. Shares are of the team's total (1,988 receiving yards). Hover or tap a logo for the player.
| Player | Catches | Yards | TDs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semaj Morgan | 37 | 471 | 2 |
| Brian Rowe Jr. | 20 | 358 | 1 |
| Aidan Mizell | 9 | 325 | 3 |
| Wayne Knight | 17 | 163 | 2 |
| Landon Ellis | 9 | 136 | 1 |
| Brayden Loftin | 8 | 96 | 0 |
| Anthony Woods | 9 | 53 | 0 |
| Jaivian Thomas | 4 | 29 | 0 |
Where the data comes from: play-by-play from CollegeFootballData.com (the public cfbfastR files), games through Nov 7, 2026.
Career
Brayden Loftin's career stats
| Season | Team | Catches | Rec yds | Yds/catch | Rec TD | Rush yds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | UCLA | 8 | 96 | 12.0 | 0 | 0 |
Past seasons (back to 2022) from CollegeFootballData.com; 2026 from the play-by-play, games through Nov 7, 2026.
Advanced
Brayden Loftin's advanced stats by season
| Season | Team | Explosive catches |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 18.2% | |
| 2026 | UCLA | 37.5% |
EPA per play is the expected points a player adds on each of his plays (0 is average; glossary). Success means the play stayed on schedule: half the yards to go on first down, 70% on second, all of them on third or fourth. Explosive means a run of 12+ yards or a completion of 16+, as a share of his throws, carries or catches. Usage is the share of his team's plays that went to him. EPA and usage leave out garbage time; success and explosive rates count every play. From CollegeFootballData.com and cfbfastR.
Game log
Brayden Loftin's game log, 2026
| Week | Opponent | Result | Receiving yards | Catches | Receiving TDs | Explosive catches (16+ yards) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | vs. San Diego State | W 28–10 | — | — | — | — |
| 3 | vs. Purdue | W 52–38 | 27 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 4 | at Maryland | W 54–3 | 31 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| 6 | at Oregon | W 17–15 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 7 | vs. Wisconsin | W 17–7 | 22 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 8 | vs. Michigan State | W 28–10 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 9 | vs. Nevada | W 27–0 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
FAQ
Questions about Brayden Loftin
What position does Brayden Loftin play?
Brayden Loftin plays tight end for UCLA. UCLA is 9–0 this season.
Where is Brayden Loftin from, and what year is he?
Brayden Loftin is a senior tight end for UCLA, listed at 6-4 and 231 pounds, from Omaha, NE.
How tall is Brayden Loftin, and how much does he weigh?
Brayden Loftin is listed at 6-4 and 231 pounds on UCLA's 2026 roster.
What year is Brayden Loftin?
Brayden Loftin is a senior.
Who does Brayden Loftin play for?
UCLA (9–0, Big Ten), where he plays tight end and wears No. 85.
How did Brayden Loftin play in his last game?
Week 9 vs. Nevada: 5 receiving yards, 1 catch. UCLA won 27–0.
What are Brayden Loftin's stats this season?
96 receiving yards, 8 catches, 12.0 yards per catch, 3 explosive catches (16+ yards) in 7 games, through Nov 7, 2026.
How does Brayden Loftin rank nationally?
Among FBS receivers and tight ends: 440th of 763 in yards per catch, 512th of 742 in explosive catches (16+ yards), 691st of 765 in receiving yards.
When does Brayden Loftin play next?
UCLA hosts Illinois Fri, Nov 13, 9:00 PM ET on Fox. The numbers' pick: UCLA.