Interview: 1,000 Yard 3-Star 2020 Washington WR Peyton Brammer Talks Football and Workouts
Written by Ryan Wright
Twitter: @RyanWrightRNG
The 2018 season was a coming out party for Class of 2020 receiver Peyton Brammer. The 6-4.5, 210-pound, receiver and cornerback upped his game earning All-League, All-Region, and All-State honors helping his Hockinson High School squad capture a second consecutive 2A Washington state title. Now the college interest is following.
Brammer expanded upon his on the field efforts nearly doubling his receiving yard total from one year to the next in only 15 more pass receptions. The 2017 championship run had him contributing 41 pass receptions for 535 yards with nine scores. Cut to his junior season posting 58 receptions for 1,018 yards with 20 trips into the end zone. His ball-hawking skills continued on defense taking away five errant passes.
With Pac-12 and Ivy League schools showing interest in the 3.71 cumulative GPA two-sport student-athlete, I sat down for an extensive interview with one of Washington’s rising players.
Interview
Peyton, statistically you had a great junior season. In your own words how did the 2018 season go for you personally?
“It was a great season. We had a new quarterback going into the season, we didn’t know what to expect. He came out and did well. We are a small school, so most guys play both ways myself included. We kept the momentum going from 2017 season getting that second ring.”
What type of offense do the Hawks run?
“We are a spread offense. We throw about 90 percent of the time. We have good athletes at the skill positions and a big offensive line up front giving our quarterback time to throw. We have big receivers going up and getting the ball.”
You kind of touched on this, the team was prolific capturing back-to-back 2A state titles scoring 46 points per game on average, what made the offense so dangerous last season?
“We have unlimited weapons. Defense have to cover me one on side and Sawyer (Racanelli) on the other side. We have talented tight ends and running backs, we are unstoppable. They would have to drop six to try to defend the pass. When they did, we would run the ball and get six yards every time.”
Your hands and concentration on pass receptions standout to me, what are some of the other traits of your game that allow you to be so productive?
“My work ethic. I give it everything I have in every game. I have good jumping ability. I need to work on my speed and route running. I have a lot to work on, nothing is perfect yet.”
On defense you were a ballhawk snagging five interceptions, what are some of the strengths to your game on that side of the ball?
“My size helps at receiver and going against receivers. I had to guard good receivers like five-star sophomore Emeka Egbuka (Steilacoom). That was a tough match up for me. I just watched his hips and did the best that I could. I am good at finding the ball in the air. Playing corner is fun. I play some safety too.”
Between offense and defense, which side of the ball is your favorite to play?
“I never played defense until last year. Started playing football in the 8th grade. Our offensive coordinator asked me to come out. I played receiver my freshman year and a little corner my sophomore year. I started every game at corner last year. I like offense better, but defense is fun. Either way I am happy playing for a college program on either side of the ball. Whatever is best for the team.”
What are you working on with your game this offseason?
“I am working on my speed, my route running – getting my routes crisper, my body control in the air, and I am always working on my hands. On defense, I am learning more technique and improving my pursuit to the ball.”
With recruiting, which schools are showing interest in you?
“I am receiving interest from Montana State, Arizona, Cal – I took a visit there a couple of weeks ago, Dartmouth, Princeton, Eastern Washington, and Orgon State.”
You have taken a visit to Cal, have you visited any other programs?
“I went to Oregon State for a game visit.”
How did the Cal visit go?
“It was good. We had a basketball game that Friday night and got down there Saturday morning for the visit. We took a tour and talked to the coaches. I liked what they have to offer with academics and as an athlete.”
What about the Oregon State visit, how did that go?
“It was a road trip after school for their game against Washington State. I talked to coaches and we ate before the game. It was pretty cool. Oregon State’s staff is good. Their receiver coach comes to our school a lot. He is a cool guy.”
Do you have any planned visits coming up?
“Yes. I am going to Arizona for one of the Junior Day events or for their Spring Game. I am also planning to visit Oregon State for a Junior Day event and maybe some of their spring practices.”
I know you also play basketball, how did the season go?
“It was good. I missed about 20 games (foot). It was tough sitting out but I went to all of the practices and was watching film with them every day. I got five games in this season, two regular season and three playoff games. We lost in the playoffs. We fell short of our goal, but we have most our players returning for next season. We should be good next season.”
In the games you played, what did you average?
“I averaged 30 points in five games.”
Nice. Are you getting any looks for basketball?
“I have an offer from Chaminade (HI) and Washington State and Seattle University are showing interest.”
Peyton, I appreciate your time today and wish you success with your offseason workouts.
“Thank you.”
Photo credit: Brammer family; Peyton Brammer at Cal