Thursday, March 6th, 2008

Orlando Scandrick Interview

by Luke Paul Chandler

Contributing reporter Josh Buchanon talks to Orlando Scandrick, who made a controversial decision to leave Boise State early.

By Josh Buchanon

CB Orlando Scandrick, Boise State

What are your current measurables such as height, weight, 40, and bench reps?

Orlando: I am 5′10 1/8, 194 pounds, and 4.32 40.

How did you end up at Boise State?

Orlando: It is where I wanted to play early on.

What made you decide to come out early?

Orlando: I did not want to risk injury.

Where were you training before the combine?

Orlando: Perfect Competition in Davie Florida.

What did you want to work on most while training?

Orlando: I wanted to get stronger.

Who else was training with you?

Orlando: Andre Caldwell, Dexter Jackson, Devin Thomas, Antoine Cason, Kevin Smith, and Dan Connor among others.

What do you feel are your biggest strengths on the field?

Orlando: Man to man coverage.

What are your biggest weaknesses on the field?

Orlando: Consistency.

Do you have any players on your team who you feel will be solid NFL prospects next year?

Orlando: Our running back Ian Johnson.

Which teams have shown the most interest in you so far?

Orlando: I am not going to go over that because it is too early.

How many teams you met with at the combine?

Orlando: I would say 30.

Do you have any expectations on draft day such as a round or team?

Orlando: I have a pretty good idea where I might go but I don’t want to say yet.

What are your future goals outside of playing in the NFL?

Orlando: I want to finish school and get my degree.

What is something most people don’t know about you but should know?

Orlando: Extremely hard working and very competitive.