1. Kansas City Chiefs- Eric Fisher, OT, Central Michigan

2. Jacksonville Jaguars- Luke Joeckel, OT, Texas A&M

3. Oakland Raiders- Sharrif Floyd, DT, Florida

4. Philadelphia Eagles- Ziggy Ansah, DE, BYU

5. Detroit Lions- Lane Johnson, OT, Oklahoma

6. Cleveland Browns- Dion Jordan, OLB, Oregon

7. Arizona Cardinals- Chance Warmack, OG, Alabama

8. Buffalo Bills- Tavon Austin, WR, West Virginia

9. New York Jets- Barkevious Mingo, OLB, LSU

10. Tennessee Titans- Dee Milliner, CB, Alabama

11. San Diego Chargers- Jonathan Cooper, OG, North Carolina

12. Miami Dolphins- Kenny Vaccro, S, Texas

13. New York Jets- Tyler Eifert, TE, Notre Dame

14. Carolina Panthers- Star Lotulelei, DT, Utah

15. New Oreleans Saints- Jarvis Jones, OLB, Georgia

16. St. Louis Rams- Alec Ogletree, ILB, Georgia

17. Pittsburgh Steelers- Cordarrelle Patterson, WR, Tennessee

18. Dallas Cowboys- Sheldon Richardson, DT, Missouri

19. New York Giants- D.J. Fluker, OT, Alabama

20. Chicago Bears- Xavier Rhodes, CB, Florida State

21. Cincinnati Bengals- Eddie Lacy, RB, Alabama

22. St. Louis Rams- Matt Elam, S, Florida

23. Minnesota Vikings- Sylvester Williams, DT, North Carolina

24. Indianapolis Colts- D.J. Hayden, CB, Houston

25. Minnesota Vikings- Manti Te’o, ILB, Notre Dame

26. Green Bay Packers- Johnathan Cyprien, S, Florida International

27. Houston Texans- Keenan Allen, WR, California

28. Denver Broncos- Bjorn Werner, DE, Florida State

29. New England Patriots- Desmond Trufant, CB, Washington

30. Atlanta Falcons- Jamar Taylor, CB, Boise State

31. San Francisco 49ers- Zach Ertz, TE, Stanford

32. Baltimore Ravens- Justin Hunter, WR, Tennessee

1. Chiefs- Luke Joeckel OT, Texas A&M

2. Jaguars- Dion Jordan DE/OLB, Oregon

3. Raiders- Shariff Floyd DT, Florida

4. Eagles- Eric Fisher OT, Central Michigan

5. Lions- Dee Milliner CB, Alabama

6. Browns- Geno Smith QB, West Virgina

7. Cardinals- Lane Johnson OT, Oklahoma

8. Bills- Ryan Nassib QB, Syracuse**trade??

9. Jets- Barkevious Mingo OLB, LSU

10. Titans- Chance Warmack OG, Alabama

11. Chargers- D.J. Fluker OT, Alabama

12. Dolphins- Star Lotulelei DT, Utah

13. Jets- Tavon Austin WR, West Virgina

14. Panthers- Xavier Rhodes CB, Florida State

15. Saints- Kenny Vaccaro S, Texas

16. Rams- Cordarrelle Patterson WR, Tennessee

17. Steelers- Jarvis Jones OLB, Georgia

18. Cowboys- Ezekial Ansah OLB, BYU

19. Giants- Sheldon Richardson DT, Mizzou

20. Bears- Alec Ogletree LB, Georgia

21. Bengals- Matt Elam S, Florida

22. Rams- Sylvester Williams DT, UNC

23. Vikings- DeAndre Hopkins WR, Clemson

24. Colts- Bjorn Werner DE/OLB, Florida State

25. Vikings- Jonathon Cyprien S, Florida International

26. Packers- Eddie Lacy RB, Alabama

27. Texans- Keenan Allen WR, Cal

28. Broncos- Datone Jones DE, UCLA

29. Patriots- Justin Hunter WR, Tennessee

30. Falcons- Tank Carradine DE, Florida State **trade??

31. 49ers- Tyler Eifert TE, Notre Dame**trade??

32. Ravens- Eric Reid S, LSU

Joeckel dominated SEC competition in 2012 and that says enough about the most talented tackle in the draft. He is a finesse tackle who displays great footwork and is the kind of tackle that new head coach Andy Reid loves.

2) Jacksonville Jaguars – Ezekiel Ansah, DE/OLB, BYU

Ansah has the most intriguing skill set of any defensive player in this draft. He has rare closing speed and will defend the run immediately while pressuring the passer from the LEO LB position in Gus Bradley’s 4-3 defensive scheme. He can alter the game in a variety of ways and will help to get the defense off of the field on third downs.

3) Oakland Raiders – Star Lotulelei, DT, Utah

Lotulelei is a massive interior lineman with an incredible get off and the power to disrupt the opposing teams back field. He is going to anchor this defensive line for many years and is versatile enough to play multiple positions along the defensive line.

4) Philadelphia Eagles – Barkevious Mingo, OLB, LSU

New head coach Chip Kelly is all about speed and Mingo brings that, and then some. Mingo can get unleashed in their new 3-4 scheme as an outside linebacker and a player who will terrorize the opposing quarterback.

5) Detroit Lions – Eric Fisher, OT, Central Michigan

Fisher fills a need for the Lions as he has the ability to improve two positions along the offensive line. The addition of Fisher allows the Lions to move last year’s first rounder Riley Reiff to the right side. While I view defensive end as a bigger need, the ability to lock down the offensive line for years helps quarterback Matthew Stafford and it makes sense as Stafford is only 25 years old.

6) Cleveland Browns – Dion Jordan, OLB, Oregon

Jordan is an athletic freak with longs arms and an impressive burst off the edge. The Browns need to get more pressure on the quarterback and Jordan gives them that ability as an outside linebacker. He is also very versatile as he can move well enough to be used all over the field.

7) Arizona Cardinals – Lane Johnson, OT, Oklahoma

Johnson comes to the Cardinals and immediately improves the play of the offensive line. Newly acquired quarterback Carson Palmer needs a clean pocket to step into, and Johnson helps now, and in the future.

8) Buffalo Bills – Chance Warmack, OG, Alabama

Warmack is a monster inside and one of this draft’s safest picks. He can blow open holes for the running back and is more than capable of sealing off the inside of the offensive line to protect the quarterback.

9) New York Jets – Geno Smith, QB, West Virginia

Smith is this draft’s best pocket passer and a player that the Jets can bring in to improve the quarterback play in New York. This selection signals the end for Mark Sanchez, and starts the rebuild for the Jets.

10) Tennessee Titans – Bjoern Werner, DE, Florida State

The Titans bring another defensive end into the mix and immediately improve their pass rush. The Titans can pair Werner with Derrick Morgan and get a consistent pass rush from both spots on the defensive line.

11) San Diego Chargers – Kenny Vaccaro, S, Texas

The Chargers dramatically improve the back end of their defense with the selection of Vaccaro. Not only does he help in the back end, but he can also lock up the slot receiver as well. Vaccaro improves the defense from the first day.

12) Miami Dolphins – Dee Milliner, CB, Alabama

Milliner is a tough press cover corner who has good ball skills and has shown the ability to stuff the nation’s best tight end in the national championship game. Milliner locked up Tyler Eifert and eliminated him, and that will be critical in the AFC East against tight ends like Rob Gronkowski.

13) New York Jets – Xavier Rhodes, CB, Florida State

The Jets traded their best cornerback to Tampa Bay and acquired this pick, and with it they select a big cornerback with long arms that can stay with the big receivers in the NFL, and the movement skills to stay on the smaller slot types as well.

14) Carolina Panthers – Sheldon Richardson, DT, Missouri

The Panthers need to find playmakers in the middle of their defensive line to go with their talented group of defensive ends. Richardson is explosive off of the ball and poses a threat along the interior of the defensive line.

15) New Orleans Saints – Jarvis Jones, OLB, Georgia

Jones is a natural fit for Rob Ryan’s newly installed 3-4 defensive scheme. He can pressure the passer and is a player who can really threaten the edge. With the medical concerns cleared, Jones fits the Saints new defense perfectly.

16) St. Louis Rams – Tavon Austin, WR, West Virginia

Austin is this draft’s most explosive offensive player and a perfect addition to the offense in St. Louis. Austin is a gifted play maker who can help the Rams offense in multiple ways. He is a matchup nightmare because of his speed and he can be an asset as a slot receiver, a running back and in the return game.

17) Pittsburgh Steelers – Arthur Brown, LB, Kansas State

Brown is a gifted playmaker who can go sideline to sideline to make plays. He will be very productive run stopper in the Steelers defense and is as athletic as any linebacker in this class.

18) Dallas Cowboys – Jonathan Cooper, OG, North Carolina

Cooper is one of the safer picks in this draft as a guard who can really make plays out in space, and a player who can make the move to center as well. He instantly improves the Cowboys offensive line and their ability to run the ball.

19) New York Giants – Sylvester Williams, DT, North Carolina

The Giants add yet another piece on their defensive line to wreak havoc in the opposing backfield. Williams has a great first step and can hold up at the point of attack, giving more room to their edge players to attack the quarterback.

20) Chicago Bears – D.J. Fluker, OT, Alabama

Fluker comes to the Bears and tremendously improves the offensive line play for quarterback Jay Cutler. Not only can Fluker hold down the right side of the line, but he can go inside and play guard and potentially be dominant if he needs to.

21) Cincinnati Bengals – Jonathan Cyprien, S, Florida International

Cyprien fills a need for the Bengals as he brings smooth, fluid movement skills to the back end of the defense. He is a big hitter as a run defender and very reliable in pass coverage and he improves the secondary play instantly.

22) St. Louis Rams – Tyler Eifert, TE, Notre Dame

Quarterback Sam Bradford and the Rams really need a tight end to get the ball to down the seams, and most importantly in the red zone. Eifert is a value for the Rams at this point in the draft because of his ability to stretch the field and get jump balls and is a player that really helps Bradford to take the next step in his development.

23) Minnesota Vikings – Keenan Allen, WR, California

Allen helps to mitigate the loss of Percy Harvin. He gives the Vikings a No. 1 target for quarterback Christian Ponder. The Vikings need a playmaker in this draft to help their offense, and Allen is exactly that.

24) Indianapolis Colts – Sharif Floyd, DT, Florida

Floyd brings an element of playmaking ability to the Colts defense. He is capable of holding up at the point of attack and penetrating gaps to disrupt plays in the backfield and is a nice addition to the 3-4 defense the Colts employ.

25) Minnesota Vikings – Datone Jones, DE, UCLA

Jones is a powerful defensive e end capable of beating tackles outside with speed and inside with power. The Vikings are aging on their defensive line and Jones adds youth while being a good value here.

26) Green Bay Packers – Terron Armstead, OT, Arkansas-Pine Bluff

The Packers have struggled to protect quarterback Aaron Rodgers for some time and while Armstead is considered a small-school prospect, he has the size and movement skills that could make him a valuable piece at left tackle for the Packers. Considering how well Rodgers moves, Armstead would be a great addition to the offensive line.

27) Houston Texans – Menelik Watson, OT, Florida State

The Houston Texans have lost considerable talent along their offensive line, and while Watson is a project, he has rare physical skills to consider for the position. He fits the Texans blocking scheme nicely and will start in year one as a right tackle and could move to the left side and potentially be a steal at this point in the draft when we look back on it.

28) Denver Broncos – Tank Carradine, DE, Florida State

Carradine is a great value here and he eventually will replace the production the Broncos lost when Elvis Dumervil left for the Baltimore Ravens. He will need a little time to fully recover from the torn ACL, but eventually he will be a big piece of their defense.

29) New England Patriots – Robert Woods, WR, USC

Woods enters the picture in New England and adds talent to the depleted receiver group. He is a talented player that quarterback Tom Brady can rely on immediately, and going forward to get open all over the field.

30) Atlanta Falcons – Jamar Taylor, CB, Boise State

Taylor is a smooth, fluid cover corner who helps to mitigate the loss of both Dunta Robinson and Brent Grimes. Taylor is a complete cornerback who will help the Falcons defense right away.

31) San Francisco 49ers – Corey Lemonier, DE, Auburn

The 49ers are stacked, but they need to address a few positions that let them down last year. The pass rush wasn’t great at the end of the year and Lemonier is a great value as a compliment to Aldon Smith.

32) Baltimore Ravens – Manti Te’o, ILB, Notre Dame

Te’o is a talented player with solid coverage skills as an inside linebacker. He brings an element of character and playmaking ability to the Ravens and fills a need as a replacement for the retired Ray Lewis.

Scott Porter: What are your goals for the NFL?
Orlando Okoroha: I plan to play in the for a very long time as a starter. I have everything it takes and I plan to work hard towards that goal.

Scott Porter: What are you looking forward to the most about your opportunity?
Orlando Okoroha: I am mostly looking forward to playing with the people that I grew up looking up to like Ed Reed etc.

Scott Porter: What do you feel are your greatest football accomplishments?
Orlando Okoroha: My greatest accomplishments would have to be this past season I had at Marshall. Just to come back and have a success of a season after the incident at Boston College was a blessing for me.

Scott Porter: What type of person and player is a team getting in you?
Orlando Okoroha: As a person, a team would be getting a humble and hard working young man who works hard at everything he does, weight room, film room and on the field. Also a great teammate. As a player a team would be getting a very physical safety who is smart and knowledgeable of the game. A safety that has great speed and all the tools that will plays sideline to sideline.

Scott Porter: What will you miss most about college football?
Orlando Okoroha: I will miss the fans more than anything and that college teammate vibe there is in the locker room.

Scott Porter: What have you been doing this offseason to get ready for the NFL?
Orlando Okoroha: I have been training very hard with ETCchampions in Washington DC. Did very good at my pro day and now continue to train with ETC as the draft approaches.

Scott Porter: What do you like most about playing the game of football?
Orlando Okoroha: I love the physical side about football. I love to hit and the excitement of making plays.

Jerell Childs:Football is a part of my life, it’s something that no matter what happens in my life I can go play this sport and it will take my mind off of everything.

Joe Gaiter: When did you start playing football?

Jerell Childs:I started playing football when I was in middle school after watching my oldest brother play and wanting to get out and play with him.

Joe Gaiter: How has the training you received at Oak Park High School helped you get to this point in your life?

Jerell Childs:At Oak Park I had a lot of coaches who pushed me to be the best that I can and to work for what I want, so I was able to take that mindset when I went to college and competed against other players who were the standout athlete at their high schools.

Joe Gaiter: You were ranked 15 in the state why did you choose to go to Kansas State out of other colleges?

Jerell Childs:I wanted to choose between Missouri, Kansas, and Kansas State so it would be an easy traveling situation for m family to see me play. In the end after seeing these schools I loved the family feeling that I got from Kansas State, not only from the players but the fans also.

Joe Gaiter: Was it hard adjusting from running back to Linebacker?

Jerell Childs:Switching was a lot harder than I thought it was going to be, even though I was known as a power runner learning to properly tackle and to read offensive lineman was more difficult than I thought it would be. Being able to cover receivers and Tight Ends was a little easier for me because of my athletic ability.

Joe Gaiter: What are the keys to play your position on the field?

Jerell Childs:I believe that besides the quarterback being a linebacker is the toughest position on the field, you have to be the leader on defense, smart enough to get your lineman set right, tough enough to take on a offensive lineman, and athletic enough to drop into coverage.

Joe Gaiter: What will you miss most about playing at  Kansas State?

Jerell Childs:My teammates, those guys are my second family we all built a great relationship being around each other so much that will last the rest of our lives

Joe Gaiter: What have you learned about yourself as a leader on Kansas State football team?

Jerell Childs:I have learned that you don’t have to be the most vocal leader which I may not be sometime but if you show that you are committed and passionate about something which I was about the success of my team, then others will follow.

Joe Gaiter: Why enter into the draft?

Jerell Childs:Playing in the NFL has been a dream of mine since I started playing football, I feel that if I didn’t at least give it a shot then I would always be thinking what if.

Joe Gaiter: Do you have a backup plan if you don’t get drafted?

Jerell Childs:I graduated in December with a major in Criminology and Sociology and a minor in leadership, so if this doesn’t work out I will go into law enforcement and coach a little league or high school team to keep the game a part of my life.

Joe Gaiter: What are your biggest strengths on the field?

Jerell Childs:My athletic ability, being able to cover tight end and receivers with my speed.

Joe Gaiter: What is your motivation for playing football?

Jerell Childs:I recently became a dad, I have a son who is a month old so he is my motivation to work as hard as I can so I can make sure he is taken care of.

Joe Gaiter: How do you plan on giving back to the community after you get drafted?

Jerell Childs:I want to give back to my high school, my school and the support I have gotten from them for the past 5 years in college made me into the person and player that I am.

Joe Gaiter: How would your friends describe you off the field?

Jerell Childs:Very laid back and competitive I have to win in anything I’m doing

Joe Gaiter: When is your pro-day and combine and how are you preparing?

Jerell Childs:My pro-day was March 12. I feel like I did a great job and did everything I needed to in order to get some looks and push my stock up since I am not a very well known linebacker. I worked out with Mark Simoneau, a former Kansas State hall of fame linebacker, over at Simoneau Sports Performance in Kansas City.

Joe Gaiter: Do you think your hard work will pay off?

Jerell Childs:I do believe all the hard work will pay off, even if I don’t get drafted then in free agency. I believe I will get a chance to show a team what I have to offer them.

Joe Gaiter: What do you want your football legacy to be?

Jerell Childs:I just want to be someone who people can look at and say he had all the odds against him, but he refused to let that get to him and continued working toward a dream he turned into a reality.

Joe Gaiter: When did you start playing football?

Dalton Hilliard:4th grade.

Joe Gaiter: What are the keys to playing your position on the field?

Dalton Hilliard:Knowing what everyone else on the field is doing, and having the ability to be a factor in both the run game and pass game. Toughness and physicality is key

Joe Gaiter: What are some things that you learned from your college football experience at UCLA?

Dalton Hilliard:Mid-stream adjustments are key. Especially during the game, you have to be able to absorb new adjustments within the defense during a game. Also I had 3 defensive coordinators over my 4 year career, which means I had to learn 3 different playbooks.

Joe Gaiter: What are your thoughts about your teammates that are also entering into the draft?

Dalton Hilliard:We have a great group of UCLA draft prospects this year. These are the guys that endured the rollercoaster ride that was our career at UCLA, and together helped put UCLA back on the map. I have a lot of love for this group and wish the best for all of us.

Joe Gaiter: Do you have a backup plan if you don’t get drafted?

Dalton Hilliard:Real-estate, training, or coaching probably. I love this game so I really want to stay involved.

Joe Gaiter: What is your motivation for playing football?

Dalton Hilliard:Chasing a dream I have had since 4th grade, my parents, doubters, and using the talents God has given me to affect people positively both on the field and off the field.

Joe Gaiter: Now you come from a family of athletes. Your dad was an All American athlete and mother played women’s professional football league. What advice and support do they give you?

Dalton Hilliard:Work hard play hard is the motto for the Hilliard family . And I think that hard work and doing the right thing has been the one thing my parents have consistently preached since I was born.

Joe Gaiter: Who has been a major influence on your career?

Dalton Hilliard:My family because they have been my support system throughout my life and making them proud is enough motivation for me.

Joe Gaiter: What are your biggest strengths on the field?

Dalton Hilliard:My athleticism, quickness, strength, and ability to catch the ball. I am versatile and can play a multitude of positions and I am a very good special teams player

Joe Gaiter: How do you plan on giving back to the community after you get drafted?

Dalton Hilliard:In whatever way I can, both in high school and at UCLA I was heavily involved in all available community service opportunities. I love working with kids and being able to provide them with a positive role model in their lives, I have younger siblings so I am use to working with kids.

Joe Gaiter: When is your pro-day and combine and how are you preparing?

Dalton Hilliard:My proday was on Tuesday, March 13 and I was training at Competitive Edge Sports with Chip Smith.

Joe Gaiter: What kind of things have you learned from training at CES Proformace?

Dalton Hilliard:Finish everything.

Joe Gaiter: You tweeted on day “There is no such thing as a dream that’s too big. Dreams are what drive us beyond what we think our potential is?” What is your dream? Is it just to play in the NFL or is it greater?

Dalton Hilliard:Ultimate dream is to play and succeed in the NFL, but within that dream there are other dreams I have. I want to use my social network within the NFL as a resource to help with other things I want to do. (Ex. Camps, training, coaching, counseling)

Joe Gaiter: What do you want your football legacy to be?

Dalton Hilliard:I want to prove this quote right, “One of the best opportunities you can be given in life is to be underestimated.” –Steve Jobs

Joe Gaiter: Final Words?

Dalton Hilliard:Thanks for the support and hope to be playing on Sundays this coming fall. Shout out to the UCLA coaching staff and the UCLA football team, they have a bright future.

Dorian Johnson: First and foremost I would like to say that without God the blessing of life would not be possible; so for that I am forever grateful. Aside from the blessings, life is filled with highs and lows, both of which may be distractions and obstacles that can prevent you from being great. Reflecting on the past 22 years of my life I would have to say life mirrors the pursuit of happiness. During this pursuit one may be faced with challenges that builds character and becomes a part of ones legacy. I want to be remembered by people I’ve never had the chance to meet first hand.

Joe Gaiter: Where are you from and how was your childhood?

Dorian Johnson: My childhood was great. With two loving parents and a little sister, I was always looked upon as the man of the house when my dad wasn’t home. Growing up in Baltimore, MD I have had the opportunity to be exposed to a plethora of diverse people. Being a second generation Jamaican, much of my heritage lies in the island of Jamaica. As a child I had friends in my neighborhood of all races and ethnicity, which made me diverse athletically, academically, and socially. Not only did I become a standout athletically, I was also able to communicate and lead at a very young age. I can remember starting up an organized neighborhood football tourney before I was old enough to play tackle football! Although I was one of the youngest, I was always respected because of my ability to lead.

Joe Gaiter: When did you start getting into sports?

Dorian Johnson: My first organized athletic experience was playing with a t-ball team at the age of 5, just outside of Baltimore County. Although I didn’t continue t-ball, I was fortunate to be exposed to sports such as swimming, karate, basketball, gymnastics, football and track and field. The two sports I had the most passion for was football and track and field. As a natural competitor, I felt like these were the best sports to showcase my athletic ability, awareness and toughness. I played Recreation League Football through Elementary school and middle school as a Running back and played HS Football for 3 years as a cornerback/receiver and was part of Special teams. In High School, I focused on track and field solely based on the needs of the school program, in which I was able to break school/conference records and win the conference championships each year. When I was recruited for track for college, I chose South Carolina and had to still focus on track because that is what the program needed. With the focus on track, I really had a void inside when it came to football though. I have always wanted to play and felt because I was “away” from the game so long, my dream was over. I still knew I was great, even being away from the game. I always wanted to be the best especially if someone believed otherwise.

Joe Gaiter: At Mount Saint Joseph High School you were a three-time conference champion in the long jump and triple jump. What made you chose Track and Field over other sports?

Dorian Johnson: I wouldn’t say that I chose track and field over other sports. I think that my interest in track and field was influenced by the amount of success I had in the sport. I actually have a greater passion for the game of football all of my life, but my early successes in track and field pushed my train in the off seasons to pursue athletic scholarship in track and field. I also initially believed that the preparation for track and football did not coincide as far as training. But the older I grew the more aware I became that this was not true. I’ve always been a natural and instinctual on the football field.

Joe Gaiter:  You placed first in the triple jump at the New Balance Collegiate Open and scored for the Gamecocks at SEC Championships in the triple jump, placing 7th and recording a top season mark with a jump of 50-06.00 (15.39m). Are you happy with last year’s performance?

Dorian Johnson: Personally I will never be happy with a season’s performance unless I am an All-American, which is top 24 in the country. I would use the word satisfied to describe the way I feel about last season because of the goals I’ve accomplished and the contribution I was able to make to my overall teams performance. Although 50’6’’ is my all time best performance I know that I am capable of much more so I try not to get content with personal bests.

Joe Gaiter: What is the art behind the long jump?

Dorian Johnson: To most people the long jump may seem like simply sprinting down the runway and jumping as far as possible but the event is much more complex. Actually I know a few people who might be able to write a book on the event itself. It’s a combination of initial force application to the ground, core strength, running mechanics and rhythm. In fact about 25% of an actual long jump is in the jump. The majority of a quality jump is in the run and the accuracy of approaching the board with the same intensity and rhythm every time.

Joe Gaiter: What is your ultimate goal with your sport?

Dorian Johnson: At this point in time my ultimate goal in my current sport (track) is to be the very best that I can be as an athlete, and as current team captain and role model for incoming freshman at the University of South Carolina. With only one semester left of college eligibility I feel like my goals of being an All-American and All-SEC triple jumper will fall into place if I remain determined. As for football, I plan on revisiting a sport that I always loved more than life itself. I am in excellent shape right now so after getting my body re-acclimated to the short intense movements in different directions, I am positive I will be able to showcase my abilities and have a successful professional career as a cornerback for one of the teams in the NFL.

Joe Gaiter: How are you preparing for upcoming events?

Dorian Johnson: Currently I am working out every day after track practice and weightlifting with Coach D to prepare me for the NFL Regional Scouting Combine. Testing such as the 40 yard dash, vertical test and broad jump will most likely be my strong points since we do things like this during the track season. My track background will help me when it comes to being explosive in and out of cuts and coming off the line when running the 40-yard dash. For evaluations such as the bench press and defensive back drills I am tirelessly improving my strength and footwork to be as natural and strong as possible.

Joe Gaiter: How has your family supported your dreams?

Dorian Johnson: Since day one my family has stood behind me and supported everything I’ve wanted to do athletically and academically. I am person that tries to be well rounded in many aspects of life. Being a college student-athlete, I have not been financially independent or stable, which make it difficult to embark on different desires such as walking on to the football team or even studying abroad. Ever since a kid my family has made it clear that what ever my dreams are, they would be behind me to support me in whatever it is I wanted to do. In return I promised them that what ever I choose to do with my life I will give it my all and have no regrets from my decisions.

Joe Gaiter: Final words?

Dorian Johnson: Once again I would like to give praise and thanks to God for allowing me to have the opportunity to awaken my dreams.  I also want to thank my family for the constant support that they have provided throughout my life because with out them this would not me possible. I also would like to thank my trainer Coach D for preparing me for the NFL Regional Scouting Combine so I can show NFL scouts I am worthy of this opportunity.

Cordian Hagans: It is a place where I can go and enjoy myself without having to worry about anything. It is also a provider for my family.

Joe Gaiter: Where are you from and how was your childhood?

I am originally from Long Island New York, but I moved to Stone Mountain Georgia when I was 7 and have been here ever since. My childhood was great even when we didn’t have much my parents always made sure we were happy and had what we needed, which kept us very close. 

Joe Gaiter: When did you start playing football?

Cordian Hagans: I started my junior year in Highschool

Joe Gaiter: What made you chose to transfer from LSU to Louisiana-Lafayette?

Cordian Hagans: I chose to transfer so I could be able to play the time I deserved and the position I wanted to play.

Joe Gaiter: What will you miss most about playing at  Louisiana-Lafayette?

Cordian Hagans The culture, my teammates because they are like my second family, and all the great memories I’ve have for the past three years

Joe Gaiter: What are the keys to playing your position?

Cordian Hagans: Explosion, fast twitch, great instincts, fast and strong hands, quick feet

Joe Gaiter: With you being so strong and powerful do you think you might get over looked since you are at a smaller school?

Cordian Hagans: I do not think I will be overlooked because now a days scouts are looking for the next big thing to come out of a small school. I don’t think it matters what school you come from , but how great you perform on the field.

Joe Gaiter: Do you have a backup plan if you don’t get drafted?

Cordian Hagans: Yes, I earned my college degree last December 

Joe Gaiter: What player in the NFL has your style of play?

Cordian Hagans: I feel like I have a similar playing style to Tyson Jackson for the Kansas city chiefs.

Joe Gaiter: What are your biggest strengths on the field?

Cordian Hagans: I have a great run stopping ability, and my pass rush game compliments that.

Joe Gaiter: What is your motivation for playing football?

Cordian Hagans: Making a great life for my future family.

Joe Gaiter: What are the keys to play your position on the field?

Cordian Hagans: Know your opponent, because the more you know your opponent the more advantages you’ll have against them.

Joe Gaiter: How do you plan on giving back to the community after you get drafted?

Cordian Hagans: Helping out wherever an extra hand is needed in the community.

Joe Gaiter: How would your friends describe you off the field?

Cordian Hagans: Goofy, giving, stern in the aspect of getting on them when they aren’t doing what they need to be doing

Joe Gaiter: When is your pro-day and combine and how are you preparing?

Cordian Hagans: Proday is March 28 and I’ve been training at CES training facility (competitive edge sports) here in Atlanta and also in Houston.

Joe Gaiter: Do you think your hard work will pay off?

Cordian Hagans: Most definitely, when you put your mind heart and soul into something you love and honestly can say you couldn’t have done anything different, then there’s no other option than succeeding. 

Joe Gaiter: What do you want your football legacy to be?

Cordian Hagans: For people to see that nothing is handed to you, hardwork is key and will pay off.

Joe Gaiter: Final Words? 

Cordian Hagans: I’d like to thank God for all opportunities given to me because without him none of this would be possible, Corey Williams, my agent, for making sure I was never needy and taking complete care of me during this training period, my family for continuously supporting my dream from day one, and last but not least my fiancé Paiton for always being there for me. 

Deveric Gallington:  It gives me an opportunity to display my god given abilities. It has also helped me obtain a college degree which is huge.

Joe Gaiter: Where are you from?

Deveric Gallington:  I was born in Amarillo Tx, and raised in North Richland Hills Tx

Joe Gaiter: When did you start playing football?

Deveric Gallington:  I started playing football in the 8th grade.

Joe Gaiter: What made you chose Texas Tech after being a highly decorated high-school senior with athletic multiple awards?

Deveric Gallington: It was a Texas school, they are known for great offense, the campus was really nice as well.

Joe Gaiter: What will you miss most about playing at  Texas Tech?

Deveric Gallington: The gameday atmosphere!

Joe Gaiter: What are the keys to playing your position?

Deveric Gallington: Film study, strength, knowledge of the game, and hand placement.

Joe Gaiter: Do you have a backup plan if you don’t get drafted?

Deveric Gallington: Yes, Working with children.

Joe Gaiter: What player in the NFL has your style of play?

Deveric Gallington:  I really enjoy watching the Pouncey twins. I try to model my game after them.

Joe Gaiter: What are your biggest strengths on the field?

Deveric Gallington: I’m very smart, I watch tons of film on my opponent to give me the upper hand and my strength & footwork.

Joe Gaiter: What is your motivation for playing football?

Deveric Gallington: I want to provide for my family.

Joe Gaiter: What are the keys to play your position on the field?

Deveric Gallington: Understanding your opponents weaknesses and strengths

Joe Gaiter: How do you plan on giving back to the community after you get drafted?

Deveric Gallington:  I plan to visit childrens hospitals as I did when I was at Texas Tech. Also spending time with the less fortunate.

Joe Gaiter: How would your friends describe you off the field?

Deveric Gallington: That  I am quiet, humble, and hard working.

Joe Gaiter: When is your pro-day and combine and how are you preparing?

Deveric Gallington: It was on March 6th. I trained at CrossFit in Ft Worth, Tx 6 days a week.

Joe Gaiter: Do you think your hard work will pay off?

Deveric Gallington: I believe so.

Joe Gaiter: What do you want your football legacy to be?

Deveric Gallington: That I work hard and never gave up.

Joe Gaiter:: Final Words?

Deveric Gallington: I would like to give God all of the glory he has worked numbers in my life and never gave up on me, a shoutout to my family and friends. And a special shoutout to CrossFit in Bedford and Haltom Texas!