2025 NFL Draft Prospect Interview: Wesley Scott, LB, Western Carolina University

• Name: Wesley Scott
• Position: Linebacker/Safety
• College: Western Carolina University 
• Height: 6’0
• Weight: 215
• Twitter: Wesleyscott10G
• Instagram: Wessleyscottt 

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

A: My speed is my number one attribute. I can fly around the field and make plays. I have plenty of tape to prove that. I have a lot of experience in the field as well. 

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

A: I’m a very hard-working respectful man. You’ll never have to worry about the work I’ll put in or acting up. I’ve worked and earned for everything I have. 

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

A: Feed the hunger 

Who was your role model? 

A: My family, I come from a family of athletes. My Uncle was an MLB Pitcher and coached in the MLB. My other uncle was a dominant football player at the University of Maine who benched 600lbs. My Mom competed in the Junior Olympics. My dad was a big athlete growing up as well. I aspire to do better than them. 

Who is your favorite NFL team?

A: Dallas Cowboys. That’s who I grew up watching with my pops. 

Who is the most underrated teammate at your school? 

A: Jamarious Reaves. Was a scout team demon. 

What is your biggest pet peeve? 

A: Complaining about hard work or something you signed up for. 

Who is your favorite teacher ever?

A: God

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

A: My best friend died in High School. 

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

A: Texas Road House 

What is your favorite snack food? 

A: Natural Valley Peanut Butter & Chocolate Wafer Bars 

What is your degree in? 

A: Sports Science 

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

• Liam: My best friend who was like a brother to me my whole life growing up died in high school. I’d do anything to see and talk to him again. 
• Donald Trump: He’s our president and I’d like to pick his brain to see what he truly stands for and what he plans on doing. 
• God: I look forward to meeting my Lord and Savior. Be good to talk to him and know what he has in store for me and what paths I need to follow. 

What is your biggest weakness? 

A: I’m my biggest critic