Name: Taishan Holmes
School: Northwestern University 
Position: DT
Height: 6-2
Weight: 315

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

My main focus this was just to trust my preparation and to play freely. 

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

A dawg.

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

Offensive tendencies, down and distance what they like to run in certain situations.

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

Extremely Physical, savvy, battle tested and war ready. My journey and mindset is what separates me.

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

Continuing to get stronger, more explosive and being in the best shape I ever have been.

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

My ability to build meaningful connections and relationships not only throughout the organization, but throughout the entire national football league and the community I’ll be blessed to be a part of us my biggest strength. My ability to overcome any adversity thrown my way is another huge strength of mine. My tireless work ethic, both on the field as a player and off as a human being, to become the best version of me possible is another major strength of mine.

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

Nothing will stop me; I won’t be denied. Being counted out and viewed as the underdog my entire life has prepared me for any adversity I will ever face, and has molded a chip on my shoulder bigger than my entire body. I’m huge on loyalty. Whoever believes in me and gives me an opportunity will get everything I have and then some. I want to win a championship more than I want to breathe.