What makes you a top prospect at your position in the 2027 NFL Draft? Tell me about a time you faced adversity and how you responded? What are your hobbies outside of football? What role do you see yourself playing at the next level? If you could donate to one cause in the world, what would it be? How do you handle coaching, especially criticism or being corrected repeatedly? Who is the most underrated teammate at your school? If you could have dinner with three people, dead or alive, who would it be and why did you choose them? If you were benched tomorrow, what would be the most likely reason? Walk me through your typical pre-game routine? What is your favorite snack food? What scheme do you feel you fit the best in? What is your degree in? What would be the first thing you buy with your first NFL check? Describe a time in a game where you feel you made a mistake, and explain how you bounced back? Name three songs we can expect on your playlist?
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I believe what makes me a top prospect is my explosiveness, vision, toughness, versatility, and ability to make plays in different ways. I’m not just a running back who wants to carry the ball. I can contribute as a runner, receiver, blocker, and in different formations. I play with a chip on my shoulder every time I step on the field, and I’m always looking for ways to improve my game.
One of the biggest challenges I’ve faced has been overcoming communication and accessibility barriers as a Deaf athlete. There have been times when getting the same access to information as my teammates was difficult, especially with football meetings, classes, and practices. Instead of letting that stop me, I kept working, communicating what I needed, and finding ways to stay prepared. It made me more mentally tough and taught me that obstacles don’t determine how far you can go.
Outside of football, I enjoy making videos and content, listening to music, watching movies, spending time with my family and friends, dancing, and playing games like UNO.
I see myself as a versatile offensive weapon. I want to contribute as a running back, but I also want to be able to line up in the slot, catch passes, block, and make plays wherever my team needs me. My goal is to be the type of player a coach can move around the formation because they trust me to make plays.
I would donate to helping families and kids who don’t have the resources they need. I want to create opportunities for people who may not be able to afford clothes, sports equipment, or other basic necessities. I know how much it means when somebody believes in you and gives you an opportunity.
I take coaching seriously. I don’t take criticism personally because I know coaches are trying to make me better. If I keep getting corrected on something, I focus on understanding exactly what I’m doing wrong and then working on it until I get it right. I would rather be corrected and improve than keep making the same mistake.
I would say Brandon Greniner. He is someone who doesn’t always get the recognition he deserves, but he works hard every day, does his job, and makes the people around him better. Those are the types of teammates you appreciate because they don’t need attention to have an impact.
I would choose my mom, Tyreek Hill, and Martin Luther King Jr. I would choose my mom because she has always been an important part of my life and I would want to spend that time with her. I would choose Tyreek Hill because of his journey and his ability to overcome doubt while becoming one of the most explosive players in football. I would choose Martin Luther King Jr. because I would want to learn from his courage, leadership, and commitment to creating opportunities and equality for others.
Probably because I wasn’t doing my job the way my coaches expect me to. Whether it’s missing an assignment, making a mistake in protection, or not being consistent, I know playing time has to be earned. If I got benched, I would take responsibility, learn from it, and work to earn my opportunity back.
I like to get mentally locked in before the game. I listen to music, go over my assignments and responsibilities, get my body warmed up, and visualize making plays. I try to stay calm, focused, and confident. Once I step on the field, it’s time to compete and execute.
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I feel like I can fit in multiple offensive schemes because of my versatility. I especially like schemes that allow the running back to make reads, attack open space, catch the ball, and be involved in the passing game. I want to be in an offense that uses the running back as an offensive weapon rather than limiting him to one role.
I am studying History, with an interest in law and civil rights.
I would take care of my family first. My family has supported me throughout my journey, so being able to give back to them would mean more to me than buying something expensive for myself. After that, I would make sure I was being smart with my money and investing for the future.
There have been games where I made a mistake or missed an assignment, but I learned that the worst thing you can do is let one play affect the next play. When I make a mistake, I acknowledge it, listen to the coaching, and immediately focus on what I can do to help the team on the next snap. Football is a game of the next play, and I try to keep that mindset.
