Bryson Nesbit
Bryson Nesbit is an American professional football tight end for the Minnesota Vikings of the National Football League. He played college football for the North [Carolina Tar Heels football|North Carolina Tar Heels].
Nesbit grew up in Charlotte, North Carolina and attended South Mecklenburg High School. He was rated a four-star recruit and committed to play college football at North Carolina over offers from UCLA, Ole Miss, South Carolina, and Virginia Tech.
College career
Nebsit played in 11 games during his freshman season with the North Carolina Tar Heels and finished the season with seven receptions 157 yards and one touchdown. He was named honorable mention All-Atlantic Coast Conference as a sophomore after catching 35 passes for 507 yards and four touchdowns. His junior season would prove to be his best and most effective season in Chapel Hill to date. He caught 41 passes for 585 yards and 5 touchdowns, earning first team All-ACC honors in the process.
Professional career
Nesbit signed with the Minnesota Vikings as an undrafted free agent on April 26, 2025. He was waived on August 26 as part of final roster cuts. Nesbit was re-signed to the practice squad the following day. He signed a reserve/future contract with Minnesota on January 5, 2026.
Personal life
Nesbit's father, Jamar Nesbit, played college football at South Carolina and in the NFL for 11 seasons as an offensive lineman. His mother, Tara, played soccer at South Carolina.