2023 NFL Draft Prospect Interview: Malik Nesbitt, RB, Avila University

• Name: Malik Nesbitt
• Position: RB
• College: Avila University
• Height: 5’9″
• Weight: 200 lbs
• Twitter: @MalikNesbitt
• Instagram: @__d2nk

What made you decide you wanted to be a football player?

My brothers were always playing football and it grew on me.

What are your favorite moments from your football life?

Being able to play in front of my family.

What sets you apart from other running backs?

I’m a quarterback that plays running back. I can catch and I love to block.

What type of energy do you bring onto the football field?

The energy I bring is loud and fun

If you could hang out with any football player past or present for a day who and why?

Marcus Allen and because he was a guy that was willing to do anything to help the team win.

What are you looking to improve as a football player?

My speed is the biggest thing I want to improve as a player.

What should we know about Malik Nesbitt the person?

He is a respectful young man that has a big heart.

What is your favorite offensive scheme and why?

Triple option and I’m the type of guy that loves the ground game.

How do you handle challenges both in life and on the football field?

I handle them as they come, because many people focus on the future so much that they lose sight on the present.

What would a team get in a player like you?

A leader that is willing to work and is still a student of the game. A player that is willing to give 120% on every play.

What are you looking forward to in your upcoming season?

This season will be the best Malik Nesbitt the world has yet to see anything less is unacceptable.

Who is the most underrated player you’ve played with and why?

Joey Starks he was my biggest idol in college he was willing to work and do anything to team needed and was willing to always be there for his teammates. True Brother For Life!!