2025 NFL Draft Prospect Interview: Kyle Haettich, S, SUNY Brockport

• Name: Kyle Haettich
• Position: Safety
• College: SUNY Brockport
• Height: 6’3″
• Weight: 215 lbs
• Twitter: @KyleHaettich
• Instagram: @KyleHaettich

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

I bring versatility as a hybrid safety, excelling both in the box and in coverage. My ability to make plays in the air and at the line of scrimmage sets me apart. Additionally, I’m a student of the game, always striving to improve and understand the intricacies of football. Knowing the game inside and out gives me an edge over other players.

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

NFL teams should know that I am willing to compete, learn, and do whatever is necessary to help the team win. I’m a student of the game, a ball hawk with strong recognition skills, and I excel at filling gaps and making critical plays.

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

The P.U.N.T. Pediatric Cancer Collaborative. Their mission is to provide critical financial, emotional, and practical support to families facing pediatric cancer while offering hope and healing to those who have lost a loved one.

Who was your role model?

My parents. My mom and dad have always pushed me to be my best both on and off the field. They turned me into the person i am today. 

Who is your favorite NFL team?

The Buffalo Bills.

Who is the most underrated teammate at your school?

The most underrated teammate I played with is Ben Robinson. A four-year starter who consistently made plays and was always around the ball, he didn’t receive the recognition he deserved, despite his incredible contributions to our team.

What is your biggest pet peeve?

On the field, my biggest pet peeve is teammates not hustling to the football. Off the field, I can’t stand when people leave a mess and don’t clean up after themselves.

Who is your favorite teacher ever?

Mrs. Hurley, my English teacher for two years. She pushed me to improve and encouraged me to be the best version of myself.

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

The hardest moment in my life came during the first game of last season on Thursday Night Lights against Buffalo State. I received a call from my mom that my grandpa had passed away. Playing in my hometown of Buffalo that night while processing that loss was one of the toughest challenges I’ve faced.

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

Chipotle.

What is your favorite snack food?

Chips and salsa.

What is your degree in?

Physical Education.

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

I’d choose Kyle Hamilton, Harrison Smith, and Jordan Poyer. They’re three elite safeties, and I’d love to pick their brains about football, learn from their experiences, and discuss what we have in common. I believe I play a similar style to theirs and could gain valuable insights from the conversation.

What is your biggest weakness?

Some may perceive me as slow due to my size, but my game speed is a different story. My instincts and football IQ allow me to get to the ball quickly, no matter where it is on the field.