I want to get a better understanding on want rod should I get for swimbaits rated 3 to 10oz. My price range is 250 for the rod already have a reel to use.

Check out the Dobyns Champion line. They are priced right at what you are looking to spend.

I would get a Low Down Custom's rod. Ben is a heck of a rod builder. He can do a customer rod or he can do a production version he makes which is cheaper. Great rod's