2024 NFL Draft Prospect Interview: Lincoln Sefcik, TE, University of South Alabama

What made you decide wanted to be a football player?

My dad played football in college and I was always around it and that’s what started my passion for it.

What are your favorite moments from your football life?

Being around teammates and creating relationships through the team.

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

A lifelong dream of playing professional football and hopefully I get that opportunity.

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

Dez Bryant, because he was my idol growing up and why I wore number 88.

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

My dad does, because I could tell how hard he’s worked to raise me and my 2 sisters and how successful we are.

What is your favorite offensive scheme and why?

Spread, because I like catching the ball and in pro style I like blocking for the run.

What should we know about Lincoln Sefcik the person?

I probably work harder than most people and that’s how I go about my daily life.

What stands out about your film the most?

How physical I am in the passing game and run game.

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

I take challenges head on and find the best possible route to get through it.

What would a team get in a player like you?

Somebody who works relentlessly to better themselves and the team.

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

I love the relationships you have with teammates and the small one on one battles you have every single play.

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

Brandon Crum, because he brings a lot of versatility to the run game in a way that doesn’t show up in stats.

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