2026 NFL Draft Prospect Interview: Dae’Quan Wright, TE, University of Mississippi

• Name: Dae’Quan Wright
• Position: Tight End (TE)
• College: University of Mississippi 
• Height: 6’4
• Weight: 245
• Twitter: @DaequanWright
• Instagram: @lil.quan3

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

My mentality, toughness, and leadership skills is what make me a top prospect. You know a lot of people have similarities in the game but it’s about the little details that separate you from the others. 

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

That whatever they see they are getting will only get better. 

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

The American heart association & it’s because my dad passed away from a heart attack.

Who is your role model?

LeBron James is someone i like to watch and listen to. The things he does outside of his job is what inspires me. 

Who is your favorite NFL team?

I don’t have a favorite nfl team. 

Who is the most underrated teammate at your school?

I don’t really believe in underrated or overrated people. All of that is feelings based.   

What is your biggest pet peeve?

Not flushing the toilet 

Who is your favorite teacher ever?

I have a few I can’t pick one 🤣I’d be in trouble. 

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

Losing my dad and it’s still tough till this day! 

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

American Deli 

What is your favorite snack food?

Peanut M&M’s

What is your degree in?

Multidisciplinary studies 

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

• Jesus because He should be on everyone’s list. 
• Beyoncé because she just looks so good. 
• LeBron because he is just a goat. 

What is your biggest weakness?

Just asking for help or talking to someone about my problems seems to be hard for me.