Name: Raunya Mitchell
School: Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Position: DT/NT
Height: 6-5
Weight: 315
Q: What goals did you set and/or accomplish in your final collegiate season?
The goal I set going into my senior season was to get to win a championship and get a ring. We ended up winning the whole conference in our division and I got all conference award.
Q: What would your coaches and teammates say about the type of player you are?
My coaches and teammates would say I am a hard worker, trust worthy and you can count on me to get my job done.
Q: When you are studying film, what are the things you focus on to improve your game?
When I watch film I will look for the opponent tendencies out of different formations, that helps me play faster. Also I will watch the offense lineman stance to see if give any tips or keys before the snap. Another thing I will do I will see what type of blocker the offense lineman are high hands or low hands.
Q: What separates you from the other pro prospects at your position?
What separates me from other pro prospects at my position I am a hard worker. I try to outwork my self or anybody standing in my way. I respect the game, I watch film day in and out. And also the way I carry myself on and off the field.
Q: What is your offseason plan to train and prepare for professional opportunities?
My off-season plan is to train and work on getting even more explosive, stronger, faster with my trainer.
Q: What kind of strengths and abilities will you bring to a team that will stand out both on and off the field?
They would get a team player and someone that is great with people, and respects the game and will do whatever it takes to win. The ability and strengths in my game are the way I move at the size I am, and the way I use my technique.
Q: What is your final pitch to the NFL and any other pro leagues?
My final pitch to NFL and other pro teams is that I just need that shot, that opportunity to showcase my talent. I always been that underdog.
