2025 NFL Draft Prospect Interview: Efton Chism III, WR, Eastern Washington University

• Name: Efton Chism III
• Position: WR
• College: Eastern Washington University 
• Height: 5’11
• Weight: 195
• Twitter: EftonChism
• Instagram: efton_chism

What makes you a top prospect at your position in the 2025 NFL Draft? 

The ability to catch the ball and make people miss or break a tackle. As a wide receiver being able to do those two things at a high clip will help.

What is one thing that NFL teams should know about you?

That I am willing to do whatever it takes. Whether that’s special teams as a gunner on the line or as a wide receiver.

If you could donate to one cause in the world, what would it be? 

Big Heart Big Smile- it is a small organization that raises money to put into a ranch where kids can come play, learn, and have fun.

Who was your role model? 

Both my parents because of what they have shown me in life. I also have to mention my Uncle and my Coach because they both taught me lessons that maybe my parents couldn’t have.

Who is your favorite NFL team?

Being from the Seattle area I like the Seahawks, but deep down I am a big Bears fan so I am going to have to say they are my favorite. 

Who is the most underrated teammate at your school? 

Kekoa Visperas people don’t realize how hard he works and how much he puts into this. I’m excited to see where the future takes him. Also, have to mention Cage Schenck and Dajean Wells I think both of them will have huge roles this season and will be game-changers.

What is your biggest pet peeve? 

Probably like dropping a piece of trash looking at it then not grabbing it. If you saw it fall, why not just grab it and pick it up?

Who is your favorite teacher ever?

Mr. Lane is one of the reasons I decided to get a physical education degree. He helped me understand how cool it was it help kids and help them push themselves through adversity.

Overcoming adversity is what defines character, what was the hardest moment in your life to overcome? 

I was told I couldn’t do it. With football being such a big part of my life, lots of people said I wasn’t fast enough, wasn’t strong enough, and was too short. So at a young age yes there was adversity but with those role models I mentioned, I learned to figure out the mentality of who cares what those people have to say it’s more about what you have to say about yourself.

If you could have any franchise restaurant in your house what would it be?

I have to go with Ixtapa. I love Mexican food and would not get tired of eating it.

What is your favorite snack food? 

I am a big fan of these protein bars called Zoneperfect that you can get from Costco but if not that then peanut butter pretzels or some cashews.

What is your degree in? 

Physical education with a Coaching minor

If you could have dinner with three people dead or alive, who would it be and why? 

Lebron James, Drake, and Tom Brady. I say that people I think they are all the best at what they do. I would want to know how they think and what they do to become successful. Since they are all great, they would have some similarities and I believe finding those out would be cool.

What is your biggest weakness? 

At the end of the day, it’s speed I know it is but running a 40 and catching a ball are two different things for me. I know I will need to continue to practice and work on speed. I just hope the work I’ve put in during the off-season is shown on the film rather than just a 40 time.