Bryson played a variety of roles on Spirit Lake's Class 2A state championship team in 2012, seeing action as a defensive back, running back and kick returner... a first-team all-state selection at defensive back, he was credited with 75 tackles during his senior season and added five interceptions over his final two seasons ... also rushed for 497 yards and posted averages of 25.5 yards on kickoff returns and 21.8 yards per punt return ... has also lettered in track and field, competing at the Drake Relays and Iowa state meet ... an honor roll student, he plans to pursue a degree in education