When the Seattle Seahawks line up for Super Bowl LX, one of the anchors of their offensive line will carry more than just a playbook onto the field. Anthony Bradford, a Muskegon native and former Big Red, arrives at football’s biggest game as a product of West Michigan grit, discipline, and a community that shaped him long before the NFL spotlight found him.
Bradford was born April 28, 2001, in Muskegon, Michigan, and grew up immersed in a city where toughness is a way of life. Raised by his mother, LaToya Bradford, alongside two sisters, he learned early the value of perseverance and accountability. Those lessons translated naturally to sports, where his size and athleticism stood out from a young age. By the time he joined the Lakeshore Lions youth football program, Bradford was already building the physical and mental foundation that would define his career.
Bradford stayed home for high school, attending Muskegon High School, where he became a cornerstone of one of the most dominant stretches in program history. Playing both left and right tackle, he helped lead the Big Reds to three consecutive state championship game appearances and a 27-game winning streak, including the 2017 Michigan Division 3 state title.
During that run, Bradford blocked for some of the most recognizable names in Michigan high school football, helping fuel explosive offenses while quietly controlling the line of scrimmage. His impact went beyond football as well — he competed in track and field, winning conference titles in shot put and discus, further showcasing the rare combination of strength and athleticism that made him so effective up front.
By his senior season, Bradford had emerged as a consensus four-star recruit and one of the top offensive line prospects in the country, ranked among the nation’s best at his position. Offers poured in from college football powerhouses across the country, but he ultimately committed to LSU, choosing the SEC as the next proving ground for his development.
Bradford arrived in Baton Rouge in 2019 and immediately found himself immersed in a championship culture. As a freshman, he saw early action as LSU marched through one of the most dominant seasons in college football history, culminating in a College Football Playoff National Championship.
Over the next three seasons, Bradford steadily expanded his role, developing into a versatile lineman capable of starting at guard or tackle. By 2022, he was a full-time starter, helping LSU finish 10–4 and close the year with a lopsided Citrus Bowl victory. Across his college career, he appeared in 29 games with 17 starts, building a résumé that showcased durability, adaptability, and power in the trenches.
The Seahawks selected Bradford in the fourth round of the 2023 NFL Draft (108th overall), viewing him as a long-term answer on the interior offensive line. He quickly moved from developmental prospect to dependable starter, logging significant playing time as a rookie before solidifying his role over the next two seasons.
By 2025, Bradford had become a fixture in Seattle’s starting lineup, known for his strength at the point of attack and his ability to hold up against physical defensive fronts. That consistency helped pave Seattle’s path to Super Bowl LX, where Bradford now stands one win away from the ultimate prize in professional football.
For Bradford, the moment is about more than football. His journey reflects a direct line from Muskegon’s youth leagues and high school stadiums to the NFL’s grandest stage. Every snap in the Super Bowl carries echoes of early mornings, long practices, and a community that helped mold him into the player — and person — he is today.
As the Seahawks prepare for the biggest game of the season, West Michigan will be watching closely, knowing that one of their own is right in the middle of it all.
If you are interested in more of our content, head to our website at catchmarksports.com, our YouTube, or our Facebook page!
