2025 NFL Draft Prospect Interview: Warren Peeples, OLB, Southeastern Louisiana

• Name: Warren Peeples
• Position: OLB
• College: Southeastern Louisiana 
• Height: 6’2
• Weight: 235
• Twitter: WarrenPeeplesjr
• Instagram: King.gstick7

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

To reach this level and achieve the accolades I have, despite not playing high school football, speaks volumes about my determination and work ethic. My unwavering commitment to excellence, combined with my deep passion for the game, has driven me to continuously push the limits of my potential. Additionally, the positive, competitive energy I bring to my team as a leader I believe it contributed to our success. That combined with my IQ of the game I learned from my previous schools makes me a complete player.

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

One key thing NFL teams should know about me is that I have a relentless motor and ability to consistently apply pressure on the quarterback, even if it doesn’t always show up in the sack column despite only having 5 sacks this season, I led my conference in QB pressures, forcing bad decisions like throwing the ball away or even taking the quarterback out of the game. My prior season in Juco, I led the nation in sacks, showcasing my pass-rush skills. , I’m a incredibly competitive person, and I view competition as a way of life it drives me to elevate my game every single day.

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

I would donate to patients that have been affected by cancer and strokes specifically because my mother was affected by one and her father died of cancer, and I noticed how that affected them financially having as well as emotionally. I would like to assist families affected and those who were victims.

Who was your role model?

My role models would have to be my grandfather, and after his passing, my uncle. My grandfather taught me how to handle adversity with strength and not letting circumstances affect me. He instilled in me the importance of keeping God first, no matter the challenges, and working hard for your family. After he passed, my uncle stepped in and taught me that life is competitive if you want to separate yourself, you have to consistently put in the work. Both of them shaped the person I am today, and I carry their lessons with me every day.

Who is your favorite NFL team?

Being from the Metro Atlanta area, I’ve been a lifelong Falcons fan. I had the privilege of training alongside Bud Dupree, who played for the Falcons at the time. I was able to pick up some knowledge from him as well being around some other players this gave me a perspective on what it takes to succeed at the next level. I’ve always admired the intensity Falcons players put into their craft, and it’s fueled my own journey as I look to make my mark in the NFL.

Who is the most underrated teammate at your school?

Shemar Pearl is definitely a guy who dominates but doesn’t get the recognition and it was a pleasure playing with him my last season. he probably has the best bull rush out of any DE I seen, he’s like Jared Versus 2.0. 

What is your biggest pet peeve?

A pet peeve of mine is when people try to act like they’re tuff and put on a fake facade in front of crowds especially woman. 

Who is your favorite teacher ever?

My High school English teacher Mr. Mac, he mentored me in high school I felt like I could talk to him about anything. It was a classroom of all boys, and he was an actual genuine good person. Also, he motivated me to keep pursuing football and would tell me stories of him playing back in the day. He even showed me highlights of Jack Tatum as motivation. 

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

I’d say the hardest moment I had to overcome was in high school when I injured myself in the second game of my senior season. I had to sit out, and it hit me hard because I thought my dream of playing at the next level was over. I fell into a bit of a depression, and for a while, I wasn’t sure how to move forward. But I decided to walk on at a junior college, even though I had no film to show. Instead of going to a prep school, I chose the hard route—working my way up the depth chart as a walk-on.

It wasn’t easy. I spent two seasons grinding, but eventually, I earned the opportunity to transfer to another school. That’s when I made a promise to myself and my teammates that I would lead the nation in sacks, and I did. I earned All-American honors, and it was a reminder to me that regardless of the situation, you can only control what you can control and put in your best effort. After that, I transferred to the Division I  and basically had to repeat the same process all over again. That whole experience taught me that adversity doesn’t define you; how you respond does. When your opportunity comes, you need to be ready. It’s that mindset that’s carried me through every challenge, and it’s what I believe defines character. 

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

I love Jamaican food where I’m from there’s one on every corner and I spend plenty of money there so I would open up a West Indian restaurant no doubt.

What is your favorite snack food?

I love hot wings especially the flavor honey hot. Not a fan of American Deli though.

What is your degree in?

I earned my degree in criminology and sociology. Just because I would love to work with bad kids and help mentor them and change their lives like other helped me get to where I’m at currently.

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

I would love to have dinner with my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ so I could talk to him directly about what it takes to live as a man of God. And also, would love to have dinner with both of my deceased grandfathers because there were old school funny, and both had a level of confidence that was unmatched.

What is your biggest weakness?

Sometimes I overthink and this has showed up in life and on the field. I could do a better job of staying present and not trying to do too much.