Name: Derek Lowe
School: Trinity International University
Position: RB
Height: 5-8
Weight: 188
Q: What goals did you set and/or accomplish in your final collegiate season?
I set out accomplishing being in the school all time record books by the season end. Top 10 in rushing yards and yards per carry all time. Top 5 rushing touchdowns all time.
Q: What would your coaches and teammates say about the type of player you are?
My coaches and teammates would say I am coachable, humble, and a hard worker. Those are just a few that comes to mind. I take feedback with humility and apply it to help better me and my teammates.
Q: When you are studying film, what are the things you focus on to improve your game?
When watching film I focus on the small details to help better my game. Small details such as my foot track on different run plays. Making sure my track is consistent and fluent. When running the ball towards a certain direction & gap, I look at the play side most nearest d lineman that is at my aiming point and then I also watch for how hard the backers are flowing and filling the gaps to make my best read to help better my game.
Q: What separates you from the other pro prospects at your position?
What separates me from other pro prospects at my position is that I am versatile. I can run, block, and catch coming out the backfield. I am a willing blocker like to do the dirty work. Most guys at my position would just like to run and catch but the blocking piece is what separates me while still being able to do the other two.
Q: What is your offseason plan to train and prepare for professional opportunities?
My off season plan to prepare for professional opportunities is to get professional training. Train and study like a pro. Staying ready so I won’t have to get ready. Staying on top of things with my diet as well.
Q: What kind of strengths and abilities will you bring to a team that will stand out both on and off the field?
The strengths and abilities I would bring to a team on and off the field is the belief. Believing in yourself. I’m heavy on if you have no belief even before you step foot on the field you already lost the battle. So I instill that in my teammates always no matter the scenario. Leading by example. I’m going to do the right things so my teammates and coaches can know they can trust me and I will lead them the right way. As far as playing ability on the field my toughness and versatility allows me to showcase everything that I have and be productive doing so.
Q: What is your final pitch to the NFL and any other pro leagues?
My final pitch to NFL and other pro leagues is that I come with the intangibles already to be a pro. I understand the grind and commitment it takes and willing to do whatever work need to be done to be a successful pro and that I am thankful for any pro opportunity.