Name: Jonah McFarland
School: Southern Virginia University
Position: DE/OLB
Height: 6-3
Weight: 215
Q: What goals did you set and/or accomplish in your final collegiate season?
Along with being a leader, I set out to be a difference maker on the field. I had a the goal to leave my mark on every game, and be the player me team could look to.
Q: What would your coaches and teammates say about the type of player you are?
I am a competitor who puts the team first. I am very focused on our goal as a team, and completing my 1/11th to the fullest. I am a very hard worker and I am always trying to improve my game.
Q: When you are studying film, what are the things you focus on to improve your game?
I am always looking at the details. Football is a game of inches. The little details, from hand placement to footwork, are something I am always looking to improve.
Q: What separates you from the other pro prospects at your position?
I play fast and have a very high football IQ. I get a great jump on the ball and I am able to identify tendencies quickly.
Q: What is your offseason plan to train and prepare for professional opportunities?
This offseason I am working on getting my body ready to compete at a higher level. I am getting much faster and stronger, with an emphasis on strengthening former injuries and weaknesses.
Q: What kind of strengths and abilities will you bring to a team that will stand out both on and off the field?
I naturally lead by example. I am a very hard worker and hold those around me to a higher standard.
Q: What is your final pitch to the NFL and any other pro leagues?
I am a very hard worker who is dedicated to the game and always looking to improve my own game, and improve those around me.
