Name: Donovan McConnell
School: Northern State University
Position: CB
Height: 6-1
Weight: 185
Q: What goals did you set and/or accomplish in your final collegiate season?
The goal for my final collegiate season was to be the most consistent I’ve ever been in my college career and show that I compete at a high level rep to rep. The next goal was to impact my teammates positively outside of football and focusing on embracing team values.
Q: What would your coaches and teammates say about the type of player you are?
Smart, edgy, great teammate.
Q: When you are studying film, what are the things you focus on to improve your game?
The things I struggle with to improve my weaknesses.
Q: What separates you from the other pro prospects at your position?
Experience, IQ ability to cancel out WR’s or a whole side of the field. Physical, Press technique.
Q: What is your offseason plan to train and prepare for professional opportunities?
Train with C4 sport’s Performance and fitness
Q: What kind of strengths and abilities will you bring to a team that will stand out both on and off the field?
Communication, great personality, hard worker and very goal oriented. Ability to understand what an offense’s strength is and how they want to attack me. Film study and also a competitive fire that can be contagious to other teammates.
Q: What is your final pitch to the NFL and any other pro leagues?
You will not find a better combination of football player and great person than me. I work relentlessly and have a deep love and connection to the game that drives me to be the best I can be. A guy like me who is competitive, witty and steadfast can only be a positive service to the franchise and community.
