Name: Aaron Dowdell
School: Georgia Southern
Position: OG
Height: 6’3”
Weight: 315
What goals did you set and/or accomplish in your final collegiate season?
My goal was to win a conference championship and make all conference. Unfortunately we need not win the conference but i did make all conference this year.
Q: How do you think you took advantage of the extra year of eligibility to increase your chances of going pro?
I feel like taking an extra year because of Covid showed the scouts that i can continuously play well year after year and that i can last playing at a high level. I definitely think it increased my chances of going pro, because i have over 40 starts under my belt.
Q: What would your coaches and teammates say about the type of player you are?
My coaches and players would say that I’m a player works very hard to get better everyday. Also that I’m a very smart player and also was a great leader for your team.
Q: When you are studying film, what are the things you focus on to improve your game?
I focus on my worst plays. I watch each play, the bad ones first, and correct what i did wrong. For my good plays i ask myself what could i have done to do any better.
Q: What separates you from the other pro prospects at your position?
I am always the hardest worker on the field. I am also very smart and i great leader. I refuse to be beaten because failure is not an option for me.
Q: What is your offseason plan to train and prepare for professional opportunities?
I am currently working out at an training facility in McDonough Georgia working on strength and conditioning, speed and agility and position drills.
Q: What kind of strengths and abilities will you bring to a team that will stand out both on and off the field?
The ability to lead and push my teammates to be better everyday. Never letting anyone slack up.
Q: What is your final pitch to the NFL and any other pro leagues?
I’m not the biggest player, strongest player, or fastest player but i can guarantee you that i will not be outworked. I’m in love with the process just as much as the end result. I’m willing to do whatever the team needs me to do to win.
