2026 NFL Draft Prospect Interview: Ryan Greenwood, NT, Missouri Valley College

• Name: Ryan Greenwood 
• Position: Nose guard/3 Tech 
• College: Missouri Valley College 
• Height: 6’1
• Weight: 280
• Twitter: RyanGw00d_ 
• Instagram: g_wood99_

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

What separates me is my combination of size, strength, and football IQ at the interior defensive line position. I consistently win with leverage, hand placement, and effort, not just raw power. I take pride in controlling the line of scrimmage, occupying blockers, and disrupting the run game while still having the ability to collapse the pocket. I understand assignments, communicate well, and play with discipline, which allows the defense behind me to play faster. I bring a professional approach to preparation, film study, conditioning, and recovery, and I’m committed to continuous improvement.

What is one thing that NFL teams should know about you? NFL teams should know that I’m dependable and coachable. I show up prepared, I do my job, and I’m willing to do the dirty work that doesn’t always show up on the stat sheet. I’m a team-first player who takes pride in being accountable on and off the field.

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

Who was your role model? Aaron Donald , Ray Lewis , and my oldest brother Brandon Greenwood.

Who is your favorite NFL team?Dallas Cowboys 

Who is the most underrated teammate at your school? Rayshaun Dallas 

What is your biggest pet peeve? When you text somebody and they don’t respond but post on social media.

Who is your favorite teacher ever? Mrs. Karen Reeter 

Overcoming adversity is what defines character, what was the hardest moment in your life to overcome? I recovered from a lawnmower accident that caused my feet to get stuck under it and cut up.

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

What is your favorite snack food? I like different varieties of snacks it’s whatever I’m feeling at the moment.

What is your degree in? Bachelors degree in criminal justice and masters degree in education and administration.

If you could have dinner with three people dead or alive, who would it be and why?  All of my grand parents who are deceased because those people in particular meant a lot to me and they all died when I was younger.

What is your biggest weakness? When adversity hits or when times get rough I mentally overthink a lot of things.