2027 NFL Draft Prospect Interview: Timothy Burks, RB, Judson University

• Name: Timothy Burks 
• Position: Running Back 
• College: Judson University 
• Height: 5”11
• Weight: 245
• Twitter: Elitimothy40
• Instagram: powerbacktim_

What makes you a top prospect at your position in the 2027 NFL Draft?

My versatility. I can play fullback I can block I can play on special teams and play running back I’m a every down back 

Tell me about a time you faced adversity and how you responded?

I would say when I  first got to college I was supposed to be a running back but they had me at fullback so I just took it to heart and didn’t quit or give up I just learned my position 

What are your hobbies outside of football? 

I like to cook and work out and play golf 

What role do you see yourself playing at the next level?

I see myself playing on special teams to earn a spot in the rotation 

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

I want to donate to the homeless shelter because I like helping people and putting smiles on peoples faces 

How do you handle coaching, especially criticism or being corrected repeatedly?

I handle it good because I want to be great and be the best player I can be so I use the criticism to get better 

Who is the most underrated teammate at your school?

Harrison Hannah he is also a running back 

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

LeBron James. Deontay Wilder. And my grandma  the reason I chose them because they are my two favorite athletes and my grandma she was a big part of my life we talked everyday but one day when I got the call saying she was dead my life changed 

If you were benched tomorrow, what would be the most likely reason?

Bad practices 

Walk me through your typical pre-game routine?

I like to get me a protein shake and listen to music and pray 

What is your favorite snack food?

Welch’s gummy bears 

What scheme do you feel you fit the best in? 

I feel like any system I can thrive in 

What is your degree in?

Cybersecurity 

What would be the first thing you buy with your first NFL check?

Buy my Mom a house and retire her and my buy me a house that’s really it make sure my Mom is straight 

Describe a time in a game where you feel you made a mistake, and explain how you bounced back?

I would say when I had big hole I ran through it and got lit up because I didn’t lower my pad level but next time I did I ran the dude over and he had to be put in a neck brace taken to the hospital 

Name three songs, we can expect on your playlist?

• Future I’m on one 
• Mopey Hustle victory lap 
• Gunna Just say dat