For many years, Texas has sent a plethora of safeties to the NFL, such as Earl Thomas, Kenny Vaccaro and Quandre Diggs. Well, it appears the next defensive back in line is none other than Brandon Jones. This past season, Jones had 86 total tackles and two interceptions. He appeared in 46 games during his […]
Read MoreQ&A With Jack Driscoll: NFL Combine Experience, How Far Auburn Is From CFP Berth, Bo Nix’s Heisman Potential
Teams in need of help at offensive tackle are in luck this offseason. The 2020 NFL Draft features a plethora of talented offensive tackles, and Jack Driscoll from Auburn is among those capable of making an impact at the next level. Prior to starting at Auburn for two years, Driscoll was at UMass. His transition […]
Read MoreQ&A With Jaylinn Hawkins: Favorite Moment At Cal, Why He’s The Most Versatile DB In The Draft
There might not be a more versatile defensive back heading into the NFL Draft than Jaylinn Hawkins. Before he turned into an All-Pac-12 safety at Cal, he was originally a four-star wide receiver. Over the past two seasons, Hawkins has totaled 85 tackles, nine interceptions and two forced fumbles. He received the Ken Cotton Award […]
Read MoreQ&A With Jordan Ta’amu: XFL Experience, Outlook For Ole Miss Under Lane Kiffin, Signing With The Chiefs
Last week, XFL players were allowed to sign deals with NFL teams. The Kansas City Chiefs made a savvy move to upgrade their quarterback room by signing St. Louis Battlehawks quarterback Jordan Ta’amu. Ta’amu was the XFL’s most accurate passer, completing 72 percent of his attempts for 1,050 passing yards and five touchdowns in five […]
Read MoreQ&A With Brian Lewerke: Favorite Win, Preparing For NFL Draft, Mark Dantonio Stepping Down
The past three years for Brian Lewerke have been special, but the former Michigan State quarterback is ready for the next chapter of his career. In 2019, Lewerke had 3,079 passing yards and 17 touchdown passes. He also added 363 yards and three more touchdowns on the ground. Lewerke isn’t just a solid athlete that […]
Read MoreQ&A With Nate Stanley: Favorite Win At Iowa, NFL Combine Talk, What Hawkeyes Need To Win Big Ten
This year’s NFL Draft is loaded with quarterback prospects, which includes Nate Stanley from Iowa. After spending four years with the program, he’s ready for the next chapter of his career. Stanley had an incredible run as a three-year starter at Iowa. He’s second all-time in program history in passing yards and touchdowns. Not only […]
Read MoreQ&A With Charlotte DE Alex Highsmith: From Walk-On To NFL Combine Star
Every year, there are a few prospects that grab everyone’s attention at the NFL Combine. Charlotte defensive end Alex Highsmith had such a strong performance at Lucas Oil Stadium that he’s quickly rising up draft boards. Highsmith finished his senior year with 75 tackles, 15 sacks and two forced fumbles. His production at Charlotte led […]
Read MoreQ&A With Utah’s Francis Bernard: NFL Combine Talk, Why He Believes He’s The Best LB In The Draft
Francis Bernard’s path to the NFL Draft hasn’t been easy, but the Utah linebacker has shown time and time again that he will beat the odds. Bernard initially began his career with the BYU Cougars. He made the jump to Utah after two seasons and turned into one of the most productive linebackers in the […]
Read MoreSaints LB Kaden Elliss Provides Update On His Injury, Discusses New LBs Coach Michael Hodges
Kaden Elliss was hoping he’d have a chance to shine in 2019 with the New Orleans Saints, but a knee injury cut his season short. Although the Idaho product isn’t back to full strength just yet, he’s excited for what’s in store next season. Earlier this week, Elliss appeared on my podcast, “Straight-Up Saints,” to […]
Read MoreQ&A With Oklahoma State’s A.J. Green: Biggest Inspiration, Preparing For Pro Day, Weirdest NFL Combine Question
Last weekend, Oklahoma State cornerback A.J. Green had the chance to showcase his skills in front of several coaches and executives at the NFL Combine. Although he had an impressive performance overall, he’s looking to leave an even better impression at his pro day. Green won the Vernon Grant Award in 2019 for outstanding leadership, […]
Read MoreQ&A With Cincinnati TE Josiah Deguara: NFL Combine Experience, What He’ll Miss About College Football
After spending the last five years with the Cincinnati Bearcats, Josiah Deguara is ready for the next chapter of his career. The versatile tight end is just over a month away from hearing his name called in the NFL Draft. This past season, Deguara had 39 receptions for 504 yards and seven touchdowns. He was […]
Read MoreQ&A With Marcus Keyes: Oklahoma State Career, NFL Draft Prep, Playing With Mason Rudolph, And Chuba Hubbard’s Heisman Hopes
Offensive linemen are usually thought of as the unsung heroes on the gridiron. However, Oklahoma State made sure that Marcus Keyes’ contributions to the team never went unnoticed. Keyes had an incredible run with the Cowboys, as he finished his career as a two-time All-Big 12 performer. He was also given the Barry Sanders Award, […]
Read MoreQ&A With Cam Brown: Best Opponent He’s Faced, Favorite Moment, What Penn State Needs To Get Over The Hump
Penn State has produced a plethora of great linebackers over the past decade, and it appears Cam Brown is the next Nittany Lion in line to make a name for himself in the NFL. Coming out of high school, Brown was a four-star recruit. It didn’t take very long for him to make an impact […]
Read MoreQ&A With Memphis LB Austin Hall: Favorite CFB Moment, Preparing For NFL Draft, Post-Mike Norvell Era
Austin Hall began his college football career with Memphis as a walk-on. Fast forward a few years later, and the versatile defender is preparing for the NFL Draft. Memphis finished the year with an impressive 12-2 record and defeated Cincinnati in the AAC Championship Game. Hall registered 75 tackles, 2.5 sacks and two interceptions this […]
Read MoreQ&A With Virginia QB Bryce Perkins: Beating VT, Preparing For The NFL Draft, When Virginia Will Dethrone Clemson
Bryce Perkins quickly made his mark at Virginia, leading the program to new heights and elevating his draft stock in the process. Despite all the obstacles he had to overcome during his college football career, the California native is just two months away from making it to the NFL. Perkins had a strong senior year […]
Read MoreQ&A With Joe Lunardi: His 2020 Cinderella, Final Four Favorite, No. 1 Seed In Trouble
The college basketball season would not be the same without one of the hardest working analysts in the business. While the rest of the sport’s analyst give you their takes on which are the best teams in the country, ESPN’s Joe Lunardi puts his feelings aside and tells us which teams will actually represent their […]
Read MoreQ&A With LSU’s Damien Lewis: Playing Alongside Joe Burrow, Snapping Alabama Streak, Winning A National Title
LSU put together a season for the ages in 2019, and offensive guard Damien Lewis was a big reason why the team’s offense was so successful. He was one of over a dozen players on the team that will be heading to the NFL. Lewis has spent the past two years as a starter for […]
Read MoreQ&A With FIU QB James Morgan: Favorite CFB Moments, Idolizing Brett Favre, Preparing For NFL Draft
James Morgan grew up in Green Bay, Wisconsin, idolizing Hall of Fame quarterback Brett Favre. Now, he’ll have the chance to follow in his childhood hero’s footsteps and make a name for himself in the NFL. Morgan began his career at Bowling Green State for three years. He then entered the transfer portal and made […]
Read More21 Questions With SportsCenter Anchor Randy Scott
If you are an avid SportsCenter viewer, you are no doubt familiar with Randy Scott. He’s been with the Worldwide Leader since 2012 and is a fixture on SportsCenter:AM from 7-10 a.m. ET Thursday-Saturday. Scott has showed his versatility by working with a variety of different anchors during his time at ESPN. Most recently, he […]
Read MoreQ&A With FIU RB Napoleon Maxwell: Dealing With Adversity, Looking Back At His CFB Journey
Overcoming adversity is one of the many challenges that people face in life. Somehow though, FIU running back Napoleon Maxwell makes it seem rather easy. Maxwell showcased his potential in his freshman season with the Panthers. Unfortunately for the St. Petersburg native, he suffered season-ending ACL injuries during the 2015 and 2016 seasons. Although there […]
Read MoreQ&A With Purdue LB Markus Bailey: NFL Draft Plans, Overcoming Injury, Revisiting Ohio State Upset
With the NFL Draft a little over two months away, we were fortune enough to sit down with Purdue linebacker and NFL Draft prospect Markus Bailey. Over the course of his career with the Boilermakers, Bailey registered 324 tackles, 14.5 sacks and six interceptions. Scouts rave about his football IQ and ability to make plays […]
Read MoreQ&A With Steven Montez: NFL Draft Talk, QB Comparisons, Favorite CFB Memories
This year’s NFL Draft will feature a plethora of talented quarterbacks, including Colorado signal-caller Steven Montez. Not only did he showcase his talent in the Pac-12 for multiple seasons, the El Paso native had the opportunity to play at the Senior Bowl. Montez threw for 2,808 yards and 17 touchdowns during his senior season with […]
Read More21 Questions With ESPN Analyst Greg McElroy
Long before he was an ESPN college football analyst, Greg McElroy helped kickstart the Alabama dynasty as the starting quarterback of the Crimson Tide’s 2009 national championship team. After a brief NFL stint with the New York Jets, McElroy jumped into broadcasting. Now, you can find him calling games on Saturday afternoons for the Worldwide […]
Read MoreQ&A With Tim Tebow: Joe Burrow or Trevor Lawrence, National Championship Preview, Florida’s Future
Tim Tebow isn’t just one of the most prolific players in the history of college football, he left behind a legacy that will last for generations due to his character and leadership. Although his days of playing on the gridiron, the former first-round pick continues to make an impact in more ways than one. With […]
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