2023 NFL Draft Prospect Interview: Karl Brooks, DL, Bowling Green State University

• Name: Karl Brooks
• Position: DL
• College: Bowling Green State University
• Height: 6’3″
• Weight: 305 lbs
• Twitter: @KarlBrooks55
• Instagram: @k.brooks44

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

It was something I was introduced to at a young age and I fell in love with it.

What are your favorite moments from your football life?

Beating my rival in college and upsetting teams in college like Minnesota.

What are you looking to achieve as a football player going forward?

That I’m one of the best football players in the world.

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

Lawrence Taylor and ask him a lot of questions about how it was like to play back in the day.

Which one of your family members inspires you the most and why?

My grandmother, for all the sacrifices she made and how she believed in me.

What is your favorite defensive scheme and why?

4-3, just being on edges and penetrating.

What should we know about Karl Brooks the person?

He’s an interesting guy and loves to play football and video games.

What stands out about your film the most?

My burst, first step and active hands.

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

Take a deep breath, really attack it and find ways to be positive.

What would a team get in a player like you?

A competitor, someone who loves and respects the game and who will give it their all 24/7.

What do you love the most about the game of football?

The competitiveness and camaraderie with your teammates.

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

Tyrone Broden, doesn’t get the recognition he deserves, 6′ 7″ wide receiver with speed.