2025 NFL Draft Prospect Interview: Armani Caraballo, LB, California University of PA
- Name: Armani Caraballo
- Position: Linebacker (ILB & OLB)
- College: California University of Pa
- Height: 6’0
- Weight: 230
- Twitter: ArmaniGAC
- Instagram: Armani_717
What makes you a top prospect at your position in the 2025 NFL Draft?
My Physicality, Versatility, and ability to Adapt is what makes me a very good defensive player.
What is one thing that NFL teams should know about you?
I am a spark plug to any defense. I have great pursuit to the ball and bring energy to my teammates on the field and on the sideline. My motor is one of my best traits.
If you could donate to one cause in the world, what would it be?
The Foundation of Youth Development. Made to help inner-city children understand the importance of education and empowerment for inner-city youth.
Who was your role model?
Apart from my Father, athletically, it is Sean Taylor because of the way he attacked the game of football.
Who is your favorite NFL team?
The Washington Commanders
Who is the most underrated teammate at your school?
Jaheim Bassham.
What is your biggest pet peeve?
When someone consistently Complains.
Who is your favorite teacher ever?
My 3rd grade teacher, Mrs.Casset.
Overcoming adversity is what defines character, what was the hardest moment in your life to overcome?
When I was a junior, my father was in the ICU because of a stroke that left him in recovery for months and unable to work. I learned what it was to be a man as well as a leader in my household and learned the importance of Family stability and how to provide.
If you could have any franchise restaurant in your house what would it be?
Waffle House.
What is your favorite snack food?
Welch’s fruit snacks
What is your degree in?
Sports management & a Master of Social Work.
If you could have dinner with three people dead or alive, who would it be and why?
- Lebron James because he is the greatest hooper to play the game.
- Sean Taylor, so that I am able to see the game of football through his eyes.
- Dave Chapelle because he is one the greatest comedian to ever live.
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