I replaced the damaged bearing bracket and installed a new bearing with a healthy gob of high temperature grease, and now the dryer is smooth and quiet while in operation.
Thank you AppliancePartsPros for linking a how-to repair video straight from your website. It was exactly what I needed to know.
Parts arrived the next day and I was drying clothes again within 30 hours of the initial failure of the damaged bearing & bracket.
I will always come here first from now on and recommend anyone with basic or novice skill sets to order with confidence. Utilize the repair videos and they will guide you step by step in your repair.
Cheers!