2025 NFL Draft Prospect Interview: Yusuf Bey, OL/DL, Langston University

• Name: Yusuf Bey 
• Position: OL/DL/ATH 
• College: Langston University HBCU 
• Height: 6’0
• Weight: 290
• Twitter: @Beastmode639 @BothwaysBey65
• Instagram: @Mr.Berkeley510

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

What makes me a top prospect was being chosen one of the only lineman in the country who can play both ways offense and defense. I am more comfortable playing offensive line but the program wants me to play defensive line this season. I will never back down to any challenge. 

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

The one thing that the NFL team should know about me is that I am a motor that leads by example. 

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

My interest would be to donate to the homeless community to assist in hunger and needs. 

What is your coolest life moment?

My coolest life moment was playing both ways (OL/DL) in the 2019 season. Being one of the best lineman in JUCO made me feel humble and appreciative to my team. 

Who was your role model? 

My mom is my role model who keeps me focused and who has supported my journey every step of the way. 

Who is your favorite NFL team?

My favorite NFL team is the Oakland/Las Vegas Raiders 

Who is the most underrated teammate at your school? 

The most underrated teammate at my school is James Grace, a great leader and teammate. 

What is your biggest pet peeve? 

My biggest pet peeve is being late to any event or appointment that you may have. 

Who is your favorite teacher ever?

My favorite teacher is Mrs. Jessica Lopez (Professor and Counselor) who helped guide me to my first College AA degree. 

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

The hardest moment in my life was in 2014 when I lost my grandmothers a few months apart. I promised them I would graduate and go to College and also make the NFL. 

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

The franchise restaurant I would pick is Urban Plates which is Healthy and delicious. 

What is your favorite snack food? 

My favorite snack is fish burger sandwiches (Whiting Fish) delicious. 

What is your degree in? 

My degree is from Contra Costa College which is my A.A degree in Business and African American Studies. My B.S degree degree is pending. 

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

The first dinner I would have is with my father who is alive. Unfortunately, me and him haven’t had the pleasure of doing this! I would love to hear about what his life was like, what are his plans and goals for the family currently and how will he plan to achieve them. Where does he plan to be in 5 years. The second person I choose to have dinner with is my grandmother Birdie Percoats who helped raise me but is no longer with us. I would like to just hug her for a long period of time and tell her I love her and miss her so much I would try to ask her for advice and show her all my achievements and let her know I fulfilled my promise. The Third person I would like to sit down and have dinner with is my grandmother Valerie Long who is no longer present with us. First she passed unexpectedly to me! I would like to let her know my promise to her was fulfilled and how much I learned from her. She taught me so many special things. I miss her laugh and warm hugs. I appreciate all the years of care, love, and our long talks together. Thank you for being a part of my journey grandmother. 

What is your biggest weakness?

My biggest weakness is not being able to stay as focused as I would like to. I am trying to work on this daily.