Bryan joined Newcastle Falcons in the summer of 2023 from Bristol Bears, where he played 44 games and scored 12 tries in his three and a half seasons.

Born and raised in Ireland, where he played international rugby at Under-18s, 19s and 20s levels, Bryan came through the academy system at Leinster.

Going on to play for the Dublin-based province at senior level, the hooker played 47 times in his five and a half seasons there, during which time they won the Pro 14 title, Heineken Champions Cup and British & Irish Cup.