Name: Ty’Reke James
School: UTEP
Position: DB
Height: 5-11
Weight: 195
Q: What goals did you set and/or accomplish in your final collegiate season?
Some goals that I set for myself was to become a great player/teammate, always be prepared to play, make all the plays that came to me and have an impact everytime I touched the field. I don’t like to set individual goals such as tackles, interceptions, etc because I like to think of those things being limitless. And I honestly feel like I accomplished all of those goals.
Q: What would your coaches and teammates say about the type of player you are?
They would say that I am really smart player and I have a good football IQ. I personally feel like this is a great thing because at the higher levels of football, it’s more about mental then physical in certain parts of the game.
Q: When you are studying film, what are the things you focus on to improve your game?
Things I like to focus on to improve my game when studying film is tendencies of the offense and tendencies of the opposing receivers. Studying film you can pick up on all the little things that a team does which would help you make plays.
Q: What separates you from the other pro prospects at your position?
What separates me from other pro prospects at my position is my football IQ, work ethic, leadership, my eagernesss to be the best player that I can be for my team, selflessness, versatility at my position and I’m just a high energy guy each and everyday.
Q: What is your offseason plan to train and prepare for professional opportunities?
I am currently training back in California at a facility that I am very familiar with.
Q: What kind of strengths and abilities will you bring to a team that will stand out both on and off the field?
Some strengths and abilities I will bring to a team that will stand out both on and off the field is my versatility, eagerness, football IQ, high character, relentlessness to be better, great teammate, and overall respecting everyone at all times.
Q: What is your final pitch to the NFL and any other pro leagues?
If you are looking for a player that is committed and dedicated to his craft and making the team better then I am the guy for you. My work ethic, versatility, mindset, energy, football IQ and leadership is unmatched and if you take a chance on me, I promise you will not regret it.