2026 NFL Draft Prospect Interview: Enrique Cruz Jr, OL, Kansas

• Name: Enrique Cruz Jr
• Position: OL
• College: Kansas
• Height: 6’ 6”
• Weight: 320 lbs
• X: @enriquecruzz1
• Instagram: @kicocruz1

What made you decide you wanted to be a football player?

My mom! She made me play football in highschool even though I didn’t want to but overtime it became my favorite thing and my life so thanks to her.

What are your favorite moments from your football life?

My favorite moments are big wins like in Syracuse when we became 6-0 and the fans swarmed the field.

What are you looking to achieve as a football player going forward?

I want to achieve my dream of being in the NFL and being a prime time player.

If you could hang out with any football player past or present for a day, who and why?

Past it would be Victor Cruz because I used to tell everyone he was my cousin! Present Tristan Wirfs he’s been one of my favorite players since he came into the league.

Which one of your family members inspires you the most and why?

My grandma inspires me the most she’s a 2 time breast cancer survivor and always has faith and hope and fought through it all she’s shown a tremendous amount of strength and inspires me everyday.

What is your favorite offensive scheme and why?

DUO because it’s a linemen play get into double teams and win your block!!!!!

What should we know about Enrique Cruz Jr the person?

Enrique Cruz Jr the person, he’s a hardworking, loving guy, he will always have his smile on his face.

What stands out about your film the most?

My effort and hustle no matter what position I’m in my effort and hustle is unmatched.

How do you handle challenges both in life and on the football field?

Face the challenge head on.

What would a team get in a player like you?

A team will get a guy who always plays hard leads by example and will always have his teams back while being hardworking and smiling!!!!

What do you love the most about the game of football?

I love the PHYSICALITY OF FOOTBALL every play you can make yourself heard!!!!

Who is the most underrated player you’ve played with and why?

I have a TON from Kansas my boy Nolan! He’s a dawg always ready to play, from Syracuse LeQuint Allen Jr he’s in the NFL now but I believe he should’ve been a higher pick, he’s just a dog who wants to win and showed it everyday.