NFL Draft Diamonds Prospect Interview: David Thomas, WR, Duquesne University
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What is your name?
David Thomas
What is your Height/Weight?
5’8 175
What is your position?
5’8 175
Where do you play college football?
Glenville State College\ Duquesne University
Football is about giving back, what is the coolest thing you have done off the field?
During the off season I used my spare time to help mentor under privileged kids at the YMCA and my local youth football league
What was the hardest college class you ever had to take?
Hardest class I’ve ever had to take was accounting for managers an MBA level accounting
Where are you from?
Ocala Florida
Who is your role model, and why?
My Brothers Dwan and Dion are my role models because they taught me how believe in myself no matter the circumstances and to always put god first
Did you play any other sports growing up?
I ran track and played baseball growing up
Did you play any other positions in football?
I played DB in middle school and QB as well
At your position, what separates you from others?
I believe my speed and big play ability separate from others at my position
When you are breaking down film, what do you look for?
I look for the main coverages the defense runs and any tendencies their DB’s have that i can take advantage of
Who was the toughest player you ever faced?
My former teammate Trenton Coles a long lanky and fast Db who spent some time with Chiefs and Eagles
If you could compare your play to one player in the NFL who would it be and why?
Steve Smith Sr because I’m a shorter guy but ultra competitive and has speed to get behind coverage
What was the biggest obstacle in your life you had to overcome, and how did you overcome it?
The Death of my Cousin Chris Juice Johnson was the toughest obstacle I’ve had to overcome an I used prayer and football as a way to overcome the tragic loss
Do you have any pre-game rituals?
I usually shower about 30 mins before kickoff to clear my mind and focus
What is your biggest strength?
My quickness
What is your biggest weakness?
My height
If I were a GM and gave you a second to sell yourself, what would you say?
I’m a hard working determined young man who has overcame tremendous adversity and will do whatever it takes to win
If you could have dinner with three people dead or alive, who would you choose?
Jesus, Muhammad Ali, Jerry Rice
What will be the first big item you buy once you are in the NFL?
MY MOM A NEW CAR
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