Vernon Broughton

Vernon Broughton came into the league as a 3rd-round selection (71st overall) in 2025, drafted out of Texas. Now with NO, he's in his 2nd NFL season.

Size

6'5", 311#

College

Texas

Draft

Rd 3, 71st overall (2025)

Seasons

2025–2026

2026 ScoutIndex Rating · DEF

44.1

43th percentile among DEFs · limited sample

5 games

Splash plays×0.15+1.16

Pass rush×0.3-0.58

Ball skills×0.25-0.60

Run defense×0.2-0.80

Availability×0.1+0.54

Season	Tm	SI	G	Pass yds	Pass TD	Rush yds	Rush TD	Rec	Rec yds	Rec TD
2026	NO	44.1	5
2025	NO	30.9	1

Across 2 NFL seasons on file, Vernon Broughton has played in 6 regular-season games, all with NO.

regular season

Wk	Opp	Line	Score
Week 1	DET	—	56.2
Week 2	BAL	—	40.1
Week 3	LV	—	40.4
Week 4	ATL	—	39.9
Week 6	NYG	—	40.1

What position does Vernon Broughton play?: Vernon Broughton is listed as a DT.
Which teams has Vernon Broughton played for?: In the seasons on file (1999 onward), Vernon Broughton has played for NO (2025–2026).
Where did Vernon Broughton go to college?: Vernon Broughton played college football at Texas.
When was Vernon Broughton drafted?: Vernon Broughton was selected in round 3, 71st overall, of the 2025 NFL Draft.
How many touchdowns has Vernon Broughton scored?: Vernon Broughton has no rushing, receiving or passing touchdowns in the regular-season games on file.
What is Vernon Broughton's ScoutIndex Rating?: Vernon Broughton rated 44.1 for 2026, the 43rd percentile among DEFs (provisional or limited sample). Ratings run 0–99; about 60 is a league-average qualified starter.

Top teammates, last season on file

Drafted in round 3, 2025

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