2026 NFL Draft Prospect Interview: Nikhai Hill-Green, LB, University of Alabama

• Name: Nikhai Hill-Green
• Position: LB
• College: University of Alabama
• Height: 6’2”
• Weight: 230 lbs
• X: @nhillgreen
• Instagram: @nhillgreen

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

My Mom because she was my first football coach in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

What are your favorite moments from your football life?

Winning championships at every level since I was a kid.

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

I want to win super bowls and grow football internationally.

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

Ray Lewis because I would want to learn from him.

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

My mom because while she worked multiple jobs to take care of my sister and I but still took time to coach my football team after work.

What is your favorite defensive scheme and why?

I like quarters and cover 2, because light boxes keep overlap to the defense and instead of putting pressure on the defensive backs it puts more stress on the linebackers which I want and I love.

What should we know about Nikhai Hill-Green the person?

I am a very religious Christian man, I do not smoke or drink, I love being outdoors with my dog.

What stands out about your film the most?

My anticipation, quickness, attacking the ball, and relentless pursuit to the ball.

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

Face them head on and take it one step at at time.

What would a team get in a player like you?

They’re getting a fierce competitor, an extremely hard worker, who will rise the level of everyone around with my level of effort, detail, and discipline.

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

When I can be on the biggest stages and the lights are the brightest.

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

The most underrated player I’ve played with is Tim Keenan.