Jacob Bryson — Stats & Advanced Analytics
Jacob Bryson is an NHL defenseman for the Detroit Red Wings. In the 2025-26 season Jacob Bryson has 2 goals, 6 assists and 8 points in 50 games, worth 1.1 Goals Above Replacement.
Player Overview
Jacob Bryson has carved out a role as a steady depth defenseman, playing 304 career games over six NHL seasons. He has registered 51 points (6 goals, 45 assists) in his career. His 2025-26 season represents his peak performance to date, posting 8 points (2 goals, 6 assists) in 50 games and a GAR of 1.1.
While not an offensive driver, Bryson provides a consistent presence on the blueline. His value comes from his overall even-strength play, contributing to stability. At 28, Bryson continues to be a reliable, albeit low-scoring, option for a bottom-pair role, demonstrating longevity in the league.
Player Profile
| Position | Defenseman |
|---|---|
| Team | Detroit Red Wings |
| Shoots / Catches | L |
| Height | 5'9" |
| Weight | 177 lb |
| Draft | 2017 — Round 4, Pick 99 — BUF |
2025-26 Season Stats
| GP | G | A | P | +/- | PIM | Shots | S% | TOI/GP | CF% | xG | Game Score | GAR | WAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50 | 2 | 6 | 8 | -9 | 10 | 22 | 16.7% | 10:02 | 46.5% | 1.1 | 0.1 | 1.1 | 0.19 |
GAR Component Breakdown
| Even-Strength Offense | Even-Strength Defense | Power-Play Offense | Shorthanded Defense |
|---|---|---|---|
| +1.2 | -0.3 | -0.0 | +0.0 |
League percentile rank: points 6th, GAR 46th, WAR 46th (100th = league leader).
Career by Season (Regular Season)
| Season | GP | G | A | P | GAR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 50 | 2 | 6 | 8 | 1.1 |
| 2024-25 | 48 | 0 | 7 | 7 | -0.6 |
| 2023-24 | 36 | 1 | 7 | 8 | -0.0 |
| 2022-23 | 59 | 1 | 8 | 9 | -0.2 |
| 2021-22 | 73 | 1 | 9 | 10 | -0.3 |
| 2020-21 | 38 | 1 | 8 | 9 | -2.8 |
Analysis
In the 2025-26 season Jacob Bryson has been worth 1.1 Goals Above Replacement, which ranks in the 46th percentile leaguewide.
His value is driven primarily by even-strength offense (+1.2 GAR), while his even-strength defense grades below replacement (-0.3).
Across 6 tracked seasons his GAR peaked at 1.1 in 2025-26.
All figures are model outputs from Hockey Alchemy. Learn how the value metrics are built on the methodology page.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jacob Bryson's GAR this season?
Jacob Bryson has been worth 1.1 Goals Above Replacement (GAR) in the 2025-26 season, in the 46th percentile of NHL players.
What is Jacob Bryson's WAR this season?
Jacob Bryson has been worth about 0.2 Wins Above Replacement (WAR) in the 2025-26 season, in the 46th percentile of NHL players. WAR converts GAR to wins at roughly 5.57 goals per win.
How many points does Jacob Bryson have this season?
Jacob Bryson has 2 goals and 6 assists for 8 points in 50 games this season.
Is Jacob Bryson a good defenseman?
Jacob Bryson ranks in the 46th percentile among NHL skaters by GAR (1.1) in the 2025-26 season.
What is Jacob Bryson's career GAR?
Across 6 NHL seasons tracked by Hockey Alchemy, Jacob Bryson has accumulated -2.8 career GAR and 51 points.
When was Jacob Bryson drafted?
Jacob Bryson was drafted in 2017 — Round 4, Pick 99 — BUF.