Name: Damian Francis
School: Texas Wesleyan
Position: S/CB/OLB
Height: 6’2”
Weight: 205
What goals did you set and/or accomplish in your final collegiate season?
Only goal I had in mind was get 20 interceptions and make all American. But I ended ending the year with 0 interceptions. Had a quiet year. But it was for a good reason. Qb’s and wr’s feared me.
Q: How do you think you took advantage of the extra year of eligibility to increase your chances of going pro?
I worked on the little things more with the extra year of eligibility. Previous year I played hurt. Whole season.
Q: What would your coaches and teammates say about the type of player you are?
They would say, I’m a quiet assassin. I don’t speak much, but you know I’m there. I speak with my pads and crazy aggressive. Certain packages, they would pull a linebacker out the game, and allow me to line up in the box and sometimes as a stand of LB, over the 7 shade.
Q: When you are studying film, what are the things you focus on to improve your game?
When studying film, I’m looking to make sure my eyes are on my keys. Route recognition, what gives off certain plays.
Q: What separates you from the other pro prospects at your position?
I’m just different. Yes my mind is wiser because of age, but I’m different when a helmet is on my head. I feel indestructible.
Q: What is your offseason plan to train and prepare for professional opportunities?
I’ve been training this off season, I was blessed to have a great agent. Love James.
Q: What kind of strengths and abilities will you bring to a team that will stand out both on and off the field?
My strengths would be, being able to play multiple positions at high speeds. There’s not a position I didn’t play. Before being on the defensive side, I was a full time wr and was pretty good at it. Off the field, I’m big on helping people. Even if it puts me in a situation, I still have the big heart to help.
Q: What is your final pitch to the NFL and any other pro leagues?
My final pitch to every team out there, I am the type of guy, that can bring together other guys just by playing. I don’t talk much, I work.