Name: Malachi Buckner
School: University of North Dakota 
Position: Safety
Height: 6-1
Weight: 205

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

A goal that I set for myself this last season was for me to become an all conference player again but I become short of that this season, but still felt like I had a very good performance this year.

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

The type of player that my coaches and teammates would say that I am is definitely a passionate skillful player that can make plays any time of the game. Whatever situation you put me in I can excel at that and make huge plays to change the momentum of the game. Also would say I’m a good person, I will try to help other guys around with the any tips/tricks that I have to offer that will make everyone else play better.

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

When i watch film there are certain things that I look for to help me improve my game. For one I tend to look at splits by receivers and even running backs at times. That can tell you a-lot on whether what routes they are running or that you could potentially get. I also tend to watch the Quarterback pre-snap to see what read he looks at so that I could potentially have a jump on to make that game changing play.

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

Some things that separate me from other pro prospect at my position is that I have the physical build to play wherever on the field. Being able to be #4 in the nation in interceptions in the 2021 season. A High IQ player which can make plays at a high level and can disrupt an offense’s passing/run game given the duration of the game. The born leader on the field that doesn’t just play the game, actually has passion for it and is all I know. Good coverage ability , plays the ball well, and can tackle.

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

My offseason plan is to train in the time I have available for Pro Day. Try to become more explosive and stronger the time that I have. Also try to get into some of these All-star bowl games being provided these next couple months.

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 that I will bring to a team on and off the season is that they will know that I’m here for one reason and that is to play football. On the field can be a person you can come to about the game or anything off the field related. Don’t have any off the field issues and just a student for the game that will continue to learn. Again, a playmaker in the secondary that is very consistent.

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

I’m an inner city kid out of Atlanta, Georgia didn’t really have much growing up so the hunger at this point is more than ever. You will get a huge addition to your backend that comes to work everyday during lifts, practice, and even film session. You know what you will get out of me. Certain skillsets you cannot teach some players just have, and I’m blessed enough to just have those skills to play wherever and whenever!