2025 NFL Draft Prospect Interview: Cillian Davis, WR, Curry College

• Name: Cillian Davis
• Position: Wide Receiver
• College: Curry College
• Height: 5’10
• Weight: 182lbs
• Twitter: cillian_davis
• Instagram: cilliandavis

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

As an underrecruited and undersized player, the most important thing I want any professional team to know about me is that I am a football player at my core. Whether it’s contributing on special teams—such as being part of the front line on kickoff return, serving as a gunner on punt coverage, or playing a key role on kick or punt returns—I’m willing to do whatever it takes to help my team win. My versatility extends beyond special teams; I’m committed to running crisp routes, making tough, contested catches, and blocking effectively on the perimeter. What sets me apart is my ability to quickly adapt to new systems, my relentless work ethic, and my “no one will outwork me” mentality.

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

I think an NFL team should know that my college career was different than most. During my time as an undergrad I was dang near a walk-on at Saint Anselm College a Division Two in Manchester, New Hampshire where I had to scrape and claw to even find my way onto the field for those four years. I played multiple years there on kickoff return, punt return, punt, and all sorts of various special teams in order to help us win games. I was selected to our team’s leadership council for multiple years, in order to help develop my style of leadership. I then went to Curry College to pursue a Masters in business administration for my fifth year, where all those years of work culminated itself, and helped me be able to contribute at the receiver position. Teams should know that they are pursuing a dude who will never quit, never stop working regardless of the results, and someone who tries to demonstrate high character in all phases of their life.

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

If I could donate to one cause in the world, it would be to cancer research. Cancer remains one of the most devastating and widespread diseases, affecting millions of people globally. By supporting research into better treatments, early detection methods, and ultimately a cure, we could save countless lives and ease the suffering of those affected. The impact of cancer is felt not only by patients but also by their families and communities. Contributing to advancements in cancer research holds the potential to bring hope, healing, and a future where cancer is no longer a leading cause of death.

Who was your role model?

I think I have two role models in my life. The first being the Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. I try to practice gratitude, humility, and discipline, in my day-to-day life, as well as treat everyone with respect, I have never been the type to judge too quickly. My second role model is my mom Kaitlin Davis. The way she instilled a work ethic into me at a young age is something that I will take with me for the rest of my life. She brought me into the sport of football when I was in second grade, became the president of our local youth football league where she managed all the teams, ran the concession stands, helped distribute equipment, and so much more. The way she treats everyone she comes in contact with is something I have always loved. She’s loyal, hardworking, free-spirited, fiery, and competitive. All these traits were passed down to me for better and for worse. She’s the best, I could talk about her for hours.

Who is your favorite NFL team?

Being from the City of Champs, The New England Patriots is the only right answer.

Who is the most underrated teammate at your school?

There are a couple of guys, in my career that I loved playing with. From my undergrad years at Saint Anselm College, I really used to love training with TJ Morgera and Brandon Potts. TJ would push me to get stronger in the weight room every time we worked out, and sometimes the methods we used to use were insane, but they worked. They pushed me both mentally and physically and now he’s working in the financial field. Brandon used to train with me, at 6 am in the freezing cold winters, on the turf, just to help me become a better receiver, heading into spring ball every year. Whether it was releases, drill work, or full one-on-ones, he would challenge me every rep to beat him. He’s trying to pursue his football career even further and I wish him the absolute best. That’ll be the best man at my wedding someday. At Curry, I loved playing with Finn Sullivan, a quarterback turned receiver, who just loves football, was a great captain, and a person to be around in all phases even outside of football. I used to love chatting with him in the locker room post-practice. Max Ackerman was an awesome teammate as well, he was battled tested with injuries all year, went all-conference, and was just a very gritty dude.

What is your biggest pet peeve?

When people don’t respond to a text message. Like c’mon, everyone sees the notification pop-up on their phone. You’re choosing not to answer it, it takes seven seconds to respond.

Who is your favorite teacher ever?

I’d say my favorite teacher ever is a tie between Mr. Fruzzetti or Mr. Giglio from Plymouth South High School. Both those individuals want nothing more than the best for the students they teach, as well as the kids they coach, in their respective sports. They are what the education system is all about. Providing ways for kids to become the best versions of themselves whether it be in the classroom, clubs, or athletic fields, they are willing to help provide, guide, and show young teenagers how to better shape their lives.

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

I think recently the hardest moment in my life was the passing of one of my good friends Jaiden Andrews. She was smart, fun, caring, beautiful, athletic, and just an all around great person. Growing up with her family for years, her younger sister Teja was always one of my good friends in high school, and she has always been as kind and caring as Jaiden was. Her younger brother Jamie, has always been one of the best friends to my younger twin brothers Liam and Declan. The entire Andrews family, I couldn’t say enough good things about, and I wanted to dedicate my entire fifth year to the memory of Jaiden. I hope I made her proud.

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

Chipotle. No question. I could live off the double chicken & rice bowls from there for life.

What is your favorite snack food?

I think it comes down to how I am feeling. There could be days when I would want to snack on some trail mix, or there could be days when I am diving into my sweet tooth, and taking an extra cookie or so from the cabinet in the kitchen. All depends on the vibe, and how hungry I am.

What is your degree in?

I have a degree in marketing with a minor in sports studies. I am currently pursuing my Masters in business administration.

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

I’d want to sit down and eat dinner one time with Jesus, Parker McCollum, and Julian Edelman. I would love to see that dynamic. Jesus the Son of God, Parker being one of the best country musicians out in this day and age, and my personal favorite artist, and Julian being a legend in the New England era, as well as a true underdog, someone who I look up to on a day to day basis. I think the dynamic would be so interesting, cool, and exciting to be a part of. Three different individuals, with three different perspectives, from three different areas. I would love to just pick all of their brains, and see what I can learn.

What is your biggest weakness?

I think sometimes I struggle to juggle all phases of my life. As much as I want to be a great football player, I want to be a great Christ follower, brother, son, friend, and student. I think that’s something I am trying to work on all day. Not putting all my eggs into one part of my identity, but rather sprinkling it throughout all phases of my life. If I am only being recognized as an athlete, then the rest of my life must look pretty below average, on account of my own fault.