2024 NFL Draft Prospect Interview: Kyler Baugh, DL, University of Minnesota

• Name: Kyler Baugh
• Position: DL
• College: University of Minnesota
• Height: 6016
• Weight: 302 lbs
• X (Twitter): @baughkyler
• Instagram: @kb.1hunnid

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

My family had a big influence in sports, football is something I’ve always had a passion for.

What are your favorite moments from your football life?

Being the first person from my school to go D1 and being a role model for the people from my town.

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

I want to play as long as I can because football is all I’ve known.

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

I would say Aaron Donald.

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

My mother because she has sacrificed so much for me to be in the position I am in.

What is your favorite defensive scheme and why?

I like the 4-3 because I can play both DT positions at a high level.

What should we know about Kyler Baugh the person?

Kyler Baugh is a super hard worker that is dedicated to the game of football.

What stands out about your film the most?

The motor that I play with. It jumps off of the screen.

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

I have a strong connection with God and he gets me through everything. My mom is someone I lean on a lot because she is my biggest supporter.

What would a team get in a player like you?

Someone who comes in everyday to work and wants to get better everyday.

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

I love the physical aspect of the game because I love violence.

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

Danny Striggow because he is a great player that doesn’t get much recognition.