2026 NFL Draft Prospect Interview: Jayden Farmer, RB, University of Findlay

• Name: Jayden Farmer 
• Position: Running Back
• College: University of Findlay
• Height: 6’0
• Weight: 230
• Twitter: @jaydenfarmer3
• Instagram: @nfarmer29

What makes you a top prospect at your position in the 2026 NFL Draft? 

I think just my ability to go get yards when needed and my ability to fall forward and break tackles while having the ability to extend plays as well.

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

I am a very hard worker I would consider myself to be a through the line guy I will always give you more than what’s expected.

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

I would donate to the Down syndrome of Louisville I have a cousin with down syndrome he’s always been a reason that I smile so giving back to a cause that will support him means a lot to me.

Who was your role model? 

Definitely my parents I have watched them struggle and come back from things they shouldn’t have they have been a big inspiration to me and are the reason I keep going and moving today.

Who is your favorite NFL team?

The New York Giants.

Who is the most underrated teammate at your school? 

I definitely have a few I could put on here but who stands out to me the most offensively is Bryan Hunt his ability to find the ball and make plays last season really helped us in clutch moments.

Defensively I would have to say Jayon Harvey and Christian stokes both of these guys were a big help on the defensive side last year with jayvion being one of the best freshman DB’s I have seen in a long time and Christian being named first team while having the ability to play sideline to sideline i am excited to see all of these guys shine this year.

• Bryan Hunt 
• #4
• WR 6’0″ 194 lbs
• Sr. Oak Park, Ill. Fenwick

• Jayon Harvey 
• DB 5’10” 191 lbs
• #18
• So. Indianapolis, Ind. Franklin Central

• Christian Stokes 
• DB 6’0″ 192 lbs
• #6
• Sr. Detroit, Mich. Harper Woods (West Va. Univ.)

What is your biggest pet peeve? 

My biggest pet peeve is probably when I am lied to.

Who is your favorite teacher ever?

I have had a lot of great teachers and professors over the years but one I would say still sticks with me is my junior year English teacher from high school Ms. McClanahan her energy in the class room is unmatched and the way she cares for her students and wants them to succeed really left a lasting impression on me.

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

At a point of my life and career I had two shoulder surgeries and I had lost people I considered brothers to gun violence and mental health. Even looking back at it now i remember the dark place i was in and how it effected me but was grateful to be surrounded by guys that would not have let me fail even at my lowest so i thank god everyday for my family who does nothing but love and support me and the guys on the university of Findlay football team and the coaches for not giving up on me and continuing to show love.

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

Definitely ether a cook out franchise which is a restaurant we have in Kentucky or a Roscoe’s chicken and waffle.

What is your favorite snack food? 

My favorite snack right now would have to be stacks BBQ chips I personally think they are better than lays some people may think different.

What is your degree in? 

I have a degree in history. I am looking forward to getting my masters in social work or psychology I want to be a sports psychologist to help fellow athletes like myself with mental health.

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

My grandpa, My grandma, and My Mimi (other grandma)

I chose these three because they have had a lot of impact in my life my grandpa who passed last may actually save my life after having heart surgery when I was younger I would not be here today if it wasn’t for him so I am forever grateful.

I chose my two beautiful grandmothers because they are strong independent women in my life that have always guided and been there for me when I needed them i definitely would not be the man I am today if it wasn’t for these two strong women I am forever grateful to have grandmothers like them.

What is your biggest weakness?

I don’t necessarily think I have a weakness I do look to improve on areas I’m not great in and one of those would definitely have to be my blocking I am a decent blocker but I would definitely like to improve and bet the best blocker I can be