Name: Tyler Silverstrand
School: Judson University
Position: OG/C
Height: 6-3
Weight: 310
Q: What goals did you set and/or accomplish in your final collegiate season?
As a senior I wanted to leave Judson football better than when I got there . I had the ability to play with two of my closest friends for three years , Derek Devries and Brandon Mackey all three of us pushed eachother everyday and we all were able to win all conference even though we didn’t have the season we wanted I was able to show the young guys that you can be successful and get noticed out of the naia and that the new coaching staff believes in you.
Q: What would your coaches and teammates say about the type of player you are?
My coaches and teammates would say im very competitive at everything I do when it comes to football. They would also say that I care about them and have their back.
Q: When you are studying film, what are the things you focus on to improve your game?
When watching film I look at what I did wrong and how I can get better I focus on hand placement and staying low. I believe there is something you can improve on every play.
Q: What separates you from the other pro prospects at your position?
What separates me is that I continue to get better and I work on getting better at every position on the oline and can move from guard to center in the same drive if needed for my team.
Q: What is your offseason plan to train and prepare for professional opportunities?
I’m currently in Nebraska training but I am going to go back to Elgin to train . My Head coach Quinton Demps played 11 years in the NFL and is going to help me get ready and by him playing in the NFL he understands what it takes . I will also be training at F.I.S.T and with coach Kevin Sabo to make sure I am ready for the speed and that I have my techniques ready.
Q: What kind of strengths and abilities will you bring to a team that will stand out both on and off the field?
I’m a hardworker and I continue to work towards playing pro on and off the field. Off the field I stick to myself I don’t drink or go out and party I spend my off time helping my dad with work or with my little brother.
Q: What is your final pitch to the NFL and any other pro leagues?
I’ve made some mistakes that I’m not proud of but I have grown from them graduated college and became a good person on and off the field.
