2026 NFL Draft Prospect Interview: Nolan Ulm, WR, Eastern Washington University

• Name: Nolan Ulm
• Position: Wide Receiver
• College: Eastern Washington University
• Height: 6’2”
• Weight: 200
• Twitter: Ulmnolan
• Instagram: Nolanulm 

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

I have an ability to make plays in the most clutch moments. I can create space and get open in any situation. I have strong hands and make contested catches. I understand scheme, pick things up quickly and am able to dissect whatever coverage the defense throws at me. I am obsessed with the process and the game, I am always the hardest worker in the room and will do whatever it takes to help any organization win. I understand how to create relationships, lead and follow when it is asked of me. I have a great ability to run double moves. I am a great blocker and play with incredible effort. I have extensive production on special teams and can produce in a multitude of roles, I will do whatever the team needs me to to be at our best. I am great at tracking the deep ball. I am versatile and can play in the slot or outside. I am a driver and will constantly adhere to and be an embodiment of whatever standard the organization sets. I have a great catch radius and length. I have the speed to be able to lengthen the field and provide a deep threat. I am a learner and am constantly looking for ways I can improve and am able to take coaching and apply it quickly. 

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

I am obsessed with this game, the preparation it takes to succeed and about growing to the best I can be to help the team win.

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

Single mother support, I was raised by an 18 year old single mother and we made it out because of her incredible work ethic and because good people gave back to us. 

Who was your role model?

There were so many people who truly inspired me to be my best, one that stands out is Tim Tebow. I read his book when I was 12 years old and it really lit a fire in my soul to be the best I could be on and off the field, I loved his leadership abilities and how he always stood for something much greater than himself.

Who is your favorite NFL team?

I grew up watching the Packers and their XLV Super Bowl run. Now I don’t have a favorite team I just loved watching the game and players who are elite at their craft.

Who is the most underrated teammate at your school?

Malik Dotson- running back. Malik is a freak of nature and has an ability to run through tackles and make plays from the backfield. He will have a break season this year.

What is your biggest pet peeve?

Mediocrity or people not being the best they can be. No judgment behind this at all, I just can’t stand for people taking this life for granted, I lost my dad when I was 5 years old and so for me everyday is a gift and opportunity to be the best you can be. So many people lie to themselves that they are happy with who they are, I believe however that at the end of your life you’re only left with who you became and the people you impacted, becoming that 10.0 version of you is one of the most fulfilling things you will ever do.

Who is your favorite teacher ever?

Mike Sodaro, my PE teacher in 8th grade, had such an incredible ability to see the best in me and truly lit a fire in me to chase the D1 football goal. 

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

My biological father passed away when I was 5, that was a challenge to overcome not growing up and having the guidance I needed. I had to figure a lot of things out on my own, and more importantly it has given me a perspective of gratitude for every second I get to be alive on this planet. I will never take a day for granted because last July I lived longer than he ever did, that fuels me everyday, even on days when I don’t feel like it.

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

I honestly never eat out at any franchises, a dream would be to have my own chef to make great whole food that would fuel me and get me to live as long as possible. If I had to though, it would probably be Freshii, not sure if they are in America haha.

What is your favorite snack food? 

Rx Bars are good, they also are super clean ingredients and I enjoy the taste.

What is your degree in? 

I have my B.A. in Business Management.

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

Jesus Christ, MLK and Tony Robbins. Jesus, pretty self explanatory conversations and questions I could ask him would change my life. MLK I would love pick his brain on leadership, stories of adversity he overcame and Tony Robbins would be there to help me ask the best questions in the world, I would pick Tony’s brain on all subjects and skills to help me on and off the field. What is your biggest weakness? 

I have had to learn the hard way that there is a time for work and a time for rest. I go go go all the time and in the past it has led to injury, burnout and even a form of self sabotage. Coming off a high ankle sprain last year I now know what that fine line is and am able to navigate that, but a huge weakness I have is sometimes not being able to relax or know when to slow down.