2027 NFL Draft Prospect Interview: Keeno Theadford, LB, William Woods University

• Name: Keeno Theadford
• Position: Linebacker
• College: William Woods University
• Height: 6’0
• Weight: 210lbs
• Twitter: @keenojr
• Instagram: @officiallythekey

What makes you a top prospect at your position in the 2027 NFL Draft?

I believe that I have a strong understanding of the game, I can also be a hybrid and play multiple positions on the field or even do things that you do not see a typical linebacker do to open the possibilities up for more different playstyles. 

Tell me about a time you faced adversity and how you responded?

There was a time that I had let the negativity and the bad things get to me which caused me to fall down the wrong path, i ended up getting my mind right reset and i started to flip my life for the better and built myself back up from the bottom to where i am now

What are your hobbies outside of football?

I like to read, write books, and play video games.

What role do you see yourself playing at the next level?

I believe I can be the guy to come in with that energy and work hard, being the hybrid guy that can do multiple things that they need done.

If you could donate to one cause in the world, what would it be?

Mental Health in athletes when the game of theirs is over. I see a lot of athletes decline in their mental health because all they knew was the sport that they played for years and years and I would donate to helping ease the transition or be there for people having a hard time.

How do you handle coaching, especially criticism or being corrected repeatedly?

I handle it great, I love criticism and always looking for it even if it’s little, the little things make up the big things. 

Who is the most underrated teammate at your school?

Elijah Rupejko in my opinion William Woods QB, very big hard worker, He always bring an explosive attitude and energy no matter what is going on in life and not afraid to step up and be a leader

If you could have dinner with three people, dead or alive, who would it be and why did you choose them?

It would have to be with Jesus Christ, My Twin brother, and lastly Dr MLK and the reason why is because im a guy wisdom guy and i would love to hear the wisdom and teachings that they could spare onto me, to help me throughout the rest of my journey in life

If you were benched tomorrow, what would be the most likely reason?

I would say the reason is my flexibility, I am flexible to be able to make the plays that need to be made, but i feel like that im not flexible to be able to make the plays that need to be made above and beyond

Walk me through your typical pre-game routine?

I am usually a quiet guy before pregame, i usually listen to my music, pray and just have a talk with god during pregame while i stretch or get ready. 

What is your favorite snack food?

My favorite snack food is always gushers can’t go wrong with them 

What scheme do you feel you fit the best in?

I feel like i fit great in a 4-2-5 scheme

What is your degree in?

I will be graduating with my bachelors in fine arts (graphic design concentration)  

What would be the first thing you buy with your first NFL check?

Definitely giving back to the family

Describe a time in a game where you feel you made a mistake, and explain how you bounced back?

It was a hard battling game, multiple rain delays but i was having a bad day and little mistakes added up over time i feel like the mistake i made was not clearing my mind and letting the bad play getting to me which caused me to have even more bad plays but when we went into half time i took a deep breath cleared the mind, resetted my energy and ended up bouncing back getting a fumble and multiple tackles

Name three songs, we can expect on your playlist? 

1. Kingdom of Fear – Cameron Whitcomb
2. Sucker – Arcane, Marcus King
3. Rain – Grandson, Jessie Reyez