2026 NFL Draft Prospect Interview: Shahid Barros, DB, University of Iowa
- Name: Shahid Barros
- Position: DB
- College: University of Iowa
- Height: 6’0
- Weight: 190
- Twitter: sha_barros
- Instagram: shahid.barros
What makes you a top prospect at your position in the 2026 NFL Draft?
I bring in NFL size and speed I combine high level athleticism with a great understanding of the game. I’m coachable, poised, adaptable, and versatility.
What is one thing that NFL teams should know about you?
I value high character and professionalism , I am a leader and handle my business on and off the field. I put God first and a big family man.
If you could donate to one cause in the world, what would it be?
To feed the hungry.
Who was your role model?
My mom is my role model. She taught me everything I know and how to find the answers for things I don’t
Who is your favorite NFL team?
Which ever team gets me
Who is the most underrated teammate at your school?
TJ Hall, he’s one of the hardest workers on the team.
What is your biggest pet peeve?
Complaints without actions to fix the problem
Who is your favorite teacher ever?
Mr. Calnan My history teacher in high school
Overcoming adversity is what defines character, what was the hardest moment in your life to overcome?
Tearing my ACL was my toughest physical adversity my commitment to my family and the game is what drove me back to only miss 2 games. Although that was also a mental challenge losing both of my older brothers while I’m away at football was the hardest thing to deal with mentally.
If you could have any franchise restaurant in your house what would it be?
China town (providence RI)
What is your favorite snack food?
Oreos
What is your degree in?
KSM & Sport management
If you could have dinner with three people dead or alive, who would it be and why?
Both of my brothers because we’d have a lot to talk about since being separated since boys. And Michael Jackson, he was the biggest superstar star to me and his music is still the best I’ve heard today.
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