Name: Derrick Brumfield
School: Notre Dame College
Position: DL
Height: 6’4″
Weight: 235

Q: What goals did you set and/or accomplish in your final collegiate season?

A goal I set and accomplished this last season was to sack and affect the Quarterback and the backfield more frequently.

Q: What would your coaches and teammates say about the type of player you are?

The type of player my teammates and coaches would describe me as would be energetic, a team player, a leader, and just a fun person to be around.

Q: When you are studying film, what do you focus on to improve your game?

When I study film, I first watch my practice reps to perfect the scheme and technique we are implementing that week. Secondly, i watch my opponents to figure out their tendencies are and what type of schemes they run. Third, i like to watch my one on one matchups for that week and figure out how i can win the majority of them.

Q: What separates you from the other pro prospects at your position?

The difference between me and other pro prospects at my position is first my willingness and want to be great. Secondly, my athleticism usually separates me. I’m quick and can play effectively in space. Third, would be my ability to rush the passer. And the fourth aspect of my game that separates me is my football I.Q.

Q: What is your offseason plan to train and prepare for professional opportunities?

My offseason plan to prepare for professional opportunities is to gain more mass and maintain or even improve my speed and quickness. And try to perfect the art of hand fighting and rushing the passer.

Q: What kind of strengths and abilities will you bring to a team that will stand out both on and off the field?

Some of the strengths that will stand out on and off the field is my ability to be a leader and inspire my teammates around me to be great. Also, I have a dog mentality and i play with heart.

Q: What is your final pitch to the NFL or any other pro leagues?

I’m hardworking, smart, athletic, and very coachable. I fit in well in every single locker room i have been apart of and I come from a culture of winning. You are going to receive and “blue collar”; hardnosed worker that ultimately wants to feed his family and win football games while doing it. I’m happy to take on any role for whatever team and will do it to the fullest of my ability.