2025 NFL Draft Prospect Interview: Imir Lilliston, DB, Millersville University

• Name: Imir Lilliston
• Position: Defensive Back
• College: Millersville University 
• Height: 5’10
• Weight: 187
• Twitter: 5cmir 
• Instagram: Mirvito.__

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

What I think makes me a top prospect at my position for the 2025 Draft is my physicality and versatility. When you watch my film you will be able to see my ability to come downhill to make big hits, tackle in open space, set the edge and get off blocks. As far as versatility I am able to play every position as a defensive back and cover on all parts of the field, also could line up in the box if needed.

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

I think the NFL teams should know that I am very coachable, have a strong work ethic, all about doing what’s best for the team when needed. 

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

If I had the chance to donate to one cause I would donate back to all the youth football teams that I have played for. One of those teams being the Oaklane Wildcats, a neighborhood team I grew up playing for that had a big impact on my life and also my football career.

Who was your role model?

My role model would have to be my father. He has shown me the rights and wrongs of life and has also had a big impact on my sports career because he was always there to support me.

Who is your favorite NFL team?

My favorite football team is the Steelers. I get a lot of hate being a Steelers fan from Philly but Troy Polamalu has always been one of my favorite players. 

Who is the most underrated teammate at your school?

Hakim Melvin. Great player and also great teammate.

What is your biggest pet peeve?

Lazy people. 

Who is your favorite teacher ever?

Professor Edward. He was my freshman year Basic math professor and he always took the time outside of class to tutor me and even came to some of my football games.   

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

About two years ago towards the end of the season I suffered a sports hernia. It’s not too much of a common injury but it’s basically tears in the groin. The recovery process was very challenging because I never had an injury that required surgery. It was kind of messing with my mental because I never knew if I would be the same player.    

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

If I could have a franchise restaurant in my home it would definitely have to be Tropical Café. I go there every Tuesday and Thursday any chance I get. 

What is your favorite snack food?

Favorite snack would have to be Tastykake Krimpets. 

What is your degree in?

I have a Bachelor of Science in Sports Administration. 

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

If I could have dinner with three people it would be Kevin Durant, Denzel Washington and Barack Obama.

What is your biggest weakness?

I feel like my Biggest weakness is time management. Sometimes I have so much on my hands it’s sometimes hard to handle certain things.