Name: Cameron Ruiz
School: Northwestern University/Temple University
Position: DB/ST
Height: 5-9
Weight: 181

Q: What goals did you set and/or accomplish in your final collegiate season? 

My goal this season was to play in every single game. I wanted to be as healthy and as available as possible for my team.

Q: What would your coaches and teammates say about the type of player you are?

They would say that I am a hard worker, intelligent and a team player. That I put my team first, along with their needs and opinions. I’m not one to give up and I overcome adversity.

Q: When you are studying film, what are the things you focus on to improve your game?

I normally watch the most recent game or 2 and look at the 2×2, 3×1, 4×1. See what the QBs/WRs strength and weaknesses are. Second day, what are their main 3rd down concepts(short, medium and long). What type of releases/routes do WRs tend to do. The third day I will focus on red zone and tight zone.

Q: What separates you from the other pro prospects at your position? 

I am an intelligent player and can pick up on terminology along with a playbook very quickly. I am a versatile player that can play any position in the secondary and willing to learn any position that will help the team win.

Q: What is your offseason plan to train and prepare for professional opportunities?

I plan to continue to train in Austin, Texas at Kollective like I did for my pro day training.

Q: What kind of strengths and abilities will you bring to a team that will stand out both on and off the field?

Integrity, hard worker, coachable and accountable. I’m going to be the same person no matter who is watching or where I am. I’m going to take responsibility for any mistakes I make and turn those mistakes into opportunities to be a stronger player.

Q: What is your final pitch to the NFL and any other pro leagues?

I will take advantage of every day and be grateful for it. I’m an individual that is willing to always learn the game inside and out. Not many people have this opportunity and I’m aware of that and that is why I never take any opportunity for granted when I have a chance to play this game that has been a major part of my life. There is a time limit that we all have to play this game that I love and that’s why I won’t waste any opportunity.

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