2027 NFL Draft Prospect Interview: Tavarious Easley-Jones, DB, Concordia St. Paul

• Name: Tavarious Easley-Jones
• Position: DB
• College: Concordia St. Paul
• Height: 5’11
• Weight: 198 lbs.
• Twitter: @JonesTavarious
• Instagram: @_tjones11/

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

I’m versatile, competitive, and I love making plays on the ball. I’ve earned First Team All-Conference and Second Team All-Region honors, and I believe I have what it takes to compete at the next level.

2. Tell me about a time you faced adversity and how you responded.

Breaking my foot and missing the 2024 season after being cut by Jackson State was tough mentally and physically. I kept pushing through rehab and setbacks because I knew I wasn’t ready to give up on football. It taught me to stay resilient and appreciate every opportunity.

3. What are your hobbies outside of football?

I enjoy spending time with my son, being around family, listening to music, and watching anime.

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

I see myself competing at cornerback, making plays on the ball, and helping wherever the team needs me. I have also some nickel experience and I can see myself there as well I’m also willing to contribute on special teams.

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

I’d donate to programs that help children dealing with trauma or difficult situations. I want kids to have support and someone who believes in them.

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

I take coaching as an opportunity to get better. I don’t take corrections personally because I know coaches want me to improve. I listen, make adjustments, and keep working.

7. Who is the most underrated teammate at your school?

I’d say Tyrelle Owens. I love the ways and for him to be so young and be able to play he does it’s amazing to watch 

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

I’d choose Kobe Bryant to learn about his mentality, my son because he’s my biggest motivation, and my future self to see how far I’ve come and what I’ve accomplished.

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

I’d probably say I wasn’t performing at the level my coaches expected. I’d take accountability, figure out what I needed to improve, and work to earn my spot back.

10. Walk me through your typical pre-game routine.

I listen to music, get warmed up, go over my assignments, and get mentally locked in. Once the game starts, I trust my preparation and play fast.

11. What is your favorite snack food?

Twizzlers, Sunflower seeds, and uncrustables 

12. What scheme do you feel you fit the best in?

I like a scheme that lets me play both man and zone coverage. I enjoy competing against receivers and making plays on the ball, but I’m confident I can adapt to whatever system I’m in.

13. What is your degree in?

I’m a psychology major at Concordia University, St. Paul. I want to work with children someday and help kids who have been through difficult situations.

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

I’d make sure my son is taken care of and help my family. Being able to provide for them would mean more to me than anything.

15. Describe a time in a game where you made a mistake and how you bounced back.

I missed a tackle during a game, but I didn’t let it get to me. On the next drive, I came back and got a tackle for loss. It reminded me to have a short memory and focus on the next play.

16. Name three songs we can expect on your playlist.

1. Marvin Gaye- Mercy Mercy Me
2. The Commodores-Zoom
3. Lil Wayne-Receipts