2025 NFL Draft Prospect Interview: Jaylen Dollar, OLB, Concord University
- Name: Jaylen Dollar
- Position: OLB
- College: Concord University
- Height: 6’1”
- Weight: 238
- Twitter: JaylenDollar
- Instagram: 1holladolla
What makes you a top prospect at your position in the 2025 NFL Draft?
What makes me stand out is my versatility and ability to adapt. Playing every position on the Defensive line except for Nose helped me add to my game.
What is one thing that NFL teams should know about you?
I’m a hard worker and I push the best out of my teammates by leading with actions.
If you could donate to one cause in the world, what would it be?
The Atlanta Task Force and other shelters in the area, a few years back me, and my family helped raise money for care packages for those at the shelter. Growing up it wasn’t initially stable for me, helping give back to those throughout my community.
Who was your role model?
My role model is my Grandad, he always pushed me to be the best on & off the field and wanted the best for me.
Who is your favorite NFL team?
The Dirty Birds, I spent a lot of time at the old Georgia Dome.
Who is the most underrated teammate at your school?
Jamari Smith, a relentless effort, and always finds a way to the football. I look forward to making a lot of plays with him this upcoming season.
What is your biggest pet peeve?
Not being true with words, speaking, and not being able to back it up. Expecting something without putting the work in.
Who is your favorite teacher ever?
Ms.Ofilli my high school algebra teacher, always found ways to keep us engaged in class and learn with different songs and dances. She was direct and straight to the point, she cared about all of her students regardless of their background.
Overcoming adversity is what defines character, what was the hardest moment in your life to overcome?
Character is revealed when pressure is applied, when I initially entered the portal I went back to stay with family and to help out my Granny who had passed away. It was a lot mentally not knowing where I would be playing in the fall along with working and helping her.
If you could have any franchise restaurant in your house what would it be?
American Deli for sure, I love wings.
What is your favorite snack food?
Between Ritz crackers and a PB&J/Ham Sandwich, I like to keep my snacking simple.
What is your degree in?
Interdisciplinary Studies, I’m currently getting my Masters in Health Promotion.
If you could have dinner with three people dead or alive, who would it be and why?
The first person I would have dinner with would be my Uncle Junior, I would show him all that I achieved and some highlights. The second would be James Harrison, he was persistent in chasing the dream regardless of the situation or what people thought. The last person I would have dinner with would be Sunny Anderson, she has great recipes and I love to cook in my free time.
What is your biggest weakness?
Relaxing
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