2027 NFL Draft Prospect Interview: Jordan Cooke, QB, Idaho State University

- Name: Jordan Cooke
- Position: Quarterback
- College: idaho state university
- Height: 6’4
- Weight: 225
- Twitter: jordancooke_
- Instagram: jc1cooke
What makes you a top prospect at your position in the 2027 NFL Draft?
I think my elite arm talent, anticipation, playmaking ability, and feel of the game is what makes me a top prospect
Tell me about a time you faced adversity and how you responded?
In 2024 when I was benched after being the starter in 2023. I redshirted and handled it poorly but learned a lot about myself and not only grew as a player but as a man and I think that was a blessing in disguise and forever thankful for that and how much I have grown
What are your hobbies outside of football?
I love to spend time with my wife, golf, fish, anything in the outdoors
What role do you see yourself playing at the next level?
I think I have starter potential but could see myself learning behind a veteran for a couple of years
If you could donate to one cause in the world, what would it be?
Hunger
How do you handle coaching, especially criticism or being corrected repeatedly?
I think I do really well at taking coaching and applying it immediately. I think I take criticism well I think I can work on handling better when it’s a yelling tone
Who is the most underrated teammate at your school?
Alex Ramirez (pending eligibility)
If you could have dinner with three people, dead or alive, who would it be and why did you choose them?
LeBron(goat), Drake(goat), and Tom Brady (goat)
If you were benched tomorrow, what would be the most likely reason?
I wasn’t giving my team the best chance to win
Walk me through your typical pre-game routine?
I typically like to relax and listen to music. Not very superstitious or have a ritual. I like being calm.
What is your favorite snack food?
Bbq chips
What scheme do you feel you fit the best in?
Spread offense
What is your degree in?
Sport management
What would be the first thing you buy with your first NFL check?
A home
Describe a time in a game where you feel you made a mistake, and explain how you bounced back?
I think of my last game of the season against Idaho we had a dig route I missed because my feet were off after making a pocket movement. A couple plays later we came back to it on 3rd down and made the throw while getting hit
Name three songs, we can expect on your playlist?
- Away from home -Drake
- 9 -Drake
- Shabang -Drake

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