130 : NFL Pro Interview : Alex Hoffman-Ellis
Alex Hoffman-Ellis attended Hamilton High School, and he didn’t start playing football until his senior year. From there, he went to play at Moorpark College, and in eleven starts, he totaled ninety-one tackles and two sacks. He then transferred to Washington State University. He started since his sophomore year, and played in 35 games with 33 starts, and 253 tackles, four interceptions (returning two of them for touchdowns, seven pass breakups. He is entered for the 2012 NFL Draft. Click Read More to check out the interview with the young and fiery linebacker, Alex Hoffman-Ellis.
118 : NFL Pro Interview : Adam Carriker
Adam Carriker attended the University of Nebraska and was nominated for numerous awards during his junior and senior seasons like First-Team All-Big 12 and Big 12 DL of the Year. He indirectly served as someone Ndamukong Suh looked up to. He entered the 2007 NFL Draft, and was selected 13th overall by the St. Louis Rams. He then was traded to the Washington Redskins. This most recent season, he totaled 34 tackles, and 5.5 sacks. He is currently an upcoming free agent in 2012.
116 : NFL Pro Interview : Cord Parks
Cord Parks played college football at Northeastern University. He totaled 171 tackles and 12 pass deflections throughout his collegiate carer. He also participated and ran track at Northeastern too. He entered the 2009 NFL Draft, but went undrafted. He signed with the St. Louis Rams. He has been a member of the Seattle Seahawks and Minnesota Vikings also. In the end of 2011, he signed with the New Orléans Saints.
96 : NFL Pro Interview : Nate Ness
Nate Ness played college football at Arizona during 2007 and 2008 after playing JuCo at El Camino College where he recorded 19 interceptions and 8 touchdowns. He totaled 97 tackles and 7 interceptions while at Arizona. He entered the 2009 NFL Draft, but went undrafted. He has been a member of numerous teams. Read more 
94 : NFL Pro Interview : Tony Horne
Tony Horne played college football at Clemson. He entered the 1998 NFL Draft, but went undrafted. He signed with the St. Louis Rams. He won Super Bowl XXXIV as a KR. He was nominated to be a Special Teams Captain. He was traded to the Chiefs, but got injured and never played football for the rest of his life. Read more
27 : NFL Pro Interview : Dominique Curry
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[New Interview as of 05/10/11]
Strauss : What was it like to make the 53-man roster on opening day?
Curry : It was a great feeling to make the 53 man roster… Something that I dreamed about for years!
Strauss : Can you take me through how you got open to make the block against the Redskins?
Curry : The block happened during the 3rd game of the season. It was a great feeling. For me to make a game changing play like that, it felt good.
Strauss : How has the rehab gone for your injury?
Curry : Rehab is going well, I will be ready to go for next season.
Strauss : If you could meet anyone, who would it be and why?
Curry : Jerry Rice, because I would like to know how he made such a transition from a small school to the NFL.
Strauss : Who was your childhood star?
Curry : Both Jerry Rice and Michael Jordan.
Strauss : What is your favorite type of pie?
Curry : Sweet Potato Pie
Strauss : What is your favorite TV-Show?
Curry : Fresh Prince of Bel-Air
Strauss : What is your favorite video game?
Curry : The Madden Series.
Strauss : How long have you played football?
Curry : Since I was eleven years old.
Strauss : Did you play any other sports in high school?
Curry : I also played basketball and ran track and field.
Strauss : What is your favorite sport to play other than football?
Curry : Basketball, my father played basketball when I was growing up and my aunt was a Kodak All American in basketball.
Strauss : Describe the changes between high school football and college football.
Curry : Waking up early and going to classes
Strauss : What is your best memory from Cheyney University?
Curry : Hmm, playing in the HBCU Basketball Classic. Cheyney University vs. Lincoln University.
Strauss : Describe the changes between college and the NFL.
Curry : Adjusting to the speed and understanding the playbook.
Strauss : If you weren’t playing in the NFL (or after retirement), what would you want to do?
Curry : A Geographical Information Specialist or a Personal Trainer.
Strauss : What is an experience you have had that changed your life?
Curry : The birth of my son, Dom Jr.
Strauss : For someone aspiring to play football in the NFL, do you have any advice for them?
Curry : Work hard, because it really does pay off!
Strauss : Thank you for your time.
Curry : You’re welcome Max, I’ll catch you on twitter later, lol.
75 : NFL Pro Interview : Chris Ogbonnaya
Chris Ogbonnaya played college football at Texas. He was an Academic All-American during his senior year (2008). He entered the 2009 NFL Draft, and was drafted in the 7th round by the St. Louis Rams. He then signed with the Texans’ practice squad in 2010. He was promoted and signed to the Browns active roster in 2011. He earned his first start this past year. Read more
20 : NFL Pro Interview : Dominic Douglas
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Strauss : So, Dominic, why do you make it extremely important to connect to the fans?
Douglas : Because the fans are the reason why my job is fun!!!
Strauss : Who was your childhood star? Why?
Douglas : Jerry Rice was my childhood star, because he is from Mississippi and he played in the NFL, like me.
Strauss : If you could meet anyone in the world, who would it be and why?
Douglas : It would be my grandfather on my mother’s side. He died when my mom was 13 years old.
Strauss : If you weren’t playing in the NFL (or after retirement), what would you want to do?
Douglas : I would be a nurse or a physical therapist.
Strauss : What is your favorite song to listen to before a game? What pumps you up?
Douglas : “Never Would’ve Made It” by Marvin Sapp (It’s a gospel song)
Strauss : What is your favorite movie of all time?
Douglas : My favorite movie of all time is Gladiator.
Strauss : What is your favorite snack food?
Douglas : My favorite snack food is sunflower seeds. I love them they are so good.
Strauss : What is your favorite type of pie?
Douglas : I love cherry pie and lemon pie, they are so delicious.
Strauss : What is your favorite TV-Show?
Douglas : My favorite shows are THE GAME, the JAMIE FOXX SHOW, and Grey’s Anatomy.
Strauss : What is your favorite meal?
Douglas : I love chiterlings, collard greens with cornbread, and mac and cheese.
Strauss : What is your favorite video game?
Douglas : I don’t really play video games.
Strauss : What is the one thing you can’t leave your house without?
Douglas : My phone, I love my phone.
Strauss :What was your favorite NFL team growing up?
Douglas : My favorite NFL team growing up were the 49ers.
Strauss : When did you see your first live NFL game?
Douglas : My first live NFL live game I watched was when we played the Jets in preseason!! I played, and we won lol!!!
Strauss : How long have you played football?
Douglas : I have played football since I was in 5th grade.
Strauss : Did you play any other sports in high school?
Douglas : I was in track and powerlifting.
Strauss : What is your favorite sport to play other than football?
Douglas : My favorite sport besides football is bowling. I’m very good.
Strauss : When did you realize that you were going to play football in college and in the NFL?
Douglas : I think it was when I was thirteen.
Strauss : What impact did your high school coach have on your career?
Douglas : He made me push to be great and have a professional attitude about the game.
Strauss : What was the hardest change between high school and college?
Douglas : The hardest jump was the size and speed, but as soon as I got used to them I was fine.
Strauss : What can you expect from playing D-1 football?
Douglas : Hard nose football, quality players, and players that love the game.
Strauss : Who was the hardest player for you to compete against in college? Why?
Douglas : Darren McFadden was the hardest player because of his speed and quickness.
Strauss : What is your favorite memory from Mississippi State?
Douglas : My favorite memory is when we played University of Central Florida in Memphis at the LIBERTY BOWL. It was packed, and all I heard was cowbells everywhere.
Strauss : What impact did your college coach have on your professional career?
Douglas : They helped me market myself and help me transform my practice and workout habits.
Strauss : What was it like to train for the combine?
Douglas : It was great I trained at the University of Miami so I had alot of fun.
Strauss : How had your game improved from years of community to college to draft day?
Douglas : It improved my skills a lot. I was faster, quicker, bigger, stronger and more confident.
Strauss : What was your draft day experience like?
Douglas : I was expected to get drafted late fourth round but I fell through the rankings. It was cool to be undrafted, I mean, of course I wanted to be a drafted player, but you can’t deny God’s will. When, the Rams signed me like 30 minutes after the draft but the feeling was remarkable. I felt like I finally made it.
Strauss : Could you have predicted how far football was going to carry you?
Douglas : No, not at all it’s by the grace of God, I’m still doing this.
Strauss : What is the hardest workout to do?
Douglas : Core exercises.
Strauss : What do you expect from playing in the NFL?
Douglas : I expect to have a long career and to make an impact on the league itself.
Strauss : How important has film been to your development? What do you look for when you watch film?
Douglas : Its has enhanced my game tremendously. It make your decision making faster and it helps you to execute your assignment. I look at formations, the key players and the weaknesses of my opponent.
Strauss : Who do you compare your game to? Why?
Douglas : I don’t compare my game to anyone. I love being myself.
Strauss : How did you get your nickname?
Douglas : I got my nickname Doug E Fresh from my fraternity Phi Beta Sigma Inc. I pledged Spring ’09 at Mississippi State University.
Strauss : What is an experience you have had that changed your life?
Douglas : My best friend died in a tragic car accident, and that made me realize that time is precious. So try to have fun and better yourself with every chance possible.
Strauss : What is your favorite quote?
Douglas : “I am the GREATEST.” – Muhammad Ali
Strauss : For someone aspiring to play football in college and in the NFL, do you have any advice for them?
Douglas : Buy into your coaches system, believe that God has a plan for you, and never give up no matter what the circumstances may be.
Strauss : Is there anything you want to tell your fans that I have not asked?
Douglas : I love to give back, and I enjoy the games is because of the fans.
Strauss : Thank you for your time.
Douglas : ANYTIME. lol.
Max Strauss
