2025 NFL Draft Prospect Interview: Tedy Afful, WR, Duquesne University

• Name: Tedy Afful
• Position: Wide Receiver (WR)
• College: Duquesne University 
• Height: 5’11
• Weight: 180
• Twitter: tedythebeast6
• Instagram: tedythebeast6

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

I have the tools that separate me from other Wide Receivers. I can play both outside and slot, a vertical threat and but also a threat in the run after the catch aspect. My route running is the best part of my game, the ability to be able to run any route with crisp. My hands are reliable and lastly, my speed helps me get away and gain separation from defenders. 

I have the tools that separate me from other Wide Receivers. I can play both outside and slot, a vertical threat and but also a threat in the run after the catch aspect. My route running is the best part of my game, the ability to be able to run any route with crisp. My hands are reliable and lastly, my speed helps me get away and gain separation from defenders. 

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

I am a hardworking person, I’m eager to get better each day and I love creating relationships with those who also work hard and enjoy winning. 

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

Food for the poor, I truly believe everyone should have the right to be able to eat a good meal. It’s unfortunate that there are many families who struggle to provide meals for their loved ones, I would love to help that cause. 

Who was your role model?

Kobe Bryant. Mamba Mentality 

Who is your favorite NFL team?

Philadelphia Eagles 

Who is the most underrated teammate at your school? 

Shawn Solomon Jr, A great running back that can also catch passes out the backfield. Extremely great teammate and person. Loves to work hard and doesn’t back down from competition. 

What is your biggest pet peeve?

When others are just going through the motions, I believe you must take advantage of every opportunity because you never when it can be taken from you 

Who is your favorite teacher ever?

Mrs. Barbetta, my 5th grade teacher. She wanted the best for everybody and was very passionate about her job 

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

Fall camp of 2022 was a hard time for myself. Prior to that, I had a good spring and the coaches were expecting big things out of me. I had a good first day of camp and then I ended up tearing a ligament in my ankle which caused me to miss the whole fall camp. During that time, I learned a lot about myself and my character. The ability for me to just always have a smile and faith in myself is what truly helped me out. 

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

Wingstop, I love wings. 

What is your favorite snack food? 

Beef Jerky 

What is your degree in?

Marketing communication with a business certificate 

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

Kobe Bryant, he was and still is one of my biggest inspiration. The mentality he possessed and the desire he had for working hard was something I loved about him.

Both of my grandmothers that passed away before I was born, I never got to meet them but I’ve heard many stories from my parents and older brothers. I just want to be able to just meet them because I know they were such great people. 

What is your biggest weakness?

My biggest weakness is being hard on myself and setting my expectations too high and not enjoying the small goals I accomplish.