Name: Saamad Ali
School: Ottawa University
Position: DB/LB
Height: 6-1
Weight: 205
Q: What goals did you set and/or accomplish in your final collegiate season?
My goal was to make it to playoffs and make a name for myself as a dynamic player. We won conference and I would say everyone in the league knows about me and know what I bring to the table.
Q: What would your coaches and teammates say about the type of player you are?
The representaion of our defenses mentality and mantra, “Come get some!”. Extremely coachable, reliable, and extremely versatile.
Q: When you are studying film, what are the things you focus on to improve your game?
Well, at first when I watch film on opponents, I would watch the whole game once. Then I would break it down by formations, location on the field, and down and distance. Then I ‘d break it down a step further and try to examine small things like changes in stance, leaning towards a certain spot, initial tempo upon snap, eye control, feet, and hips. Motivators.
Q: What separates you from the other pro prospects at your position?
I’m a firm believer that there’s not many players that play like me. There’s probably less than a handful of players that can play all three (3) levels of defense.
Q: What is your offseason plan to train and prepare for professional opportunities?
My plan for training is to train hard and smart and to really push for the recovery sessions in order to be able to give my all durning the training sessions. Another thing to take care of my diet and make sure I’m eating what I’m supposed to and not what I want necessarily.
Q: What kind of strengths and abilities will you bring to a team that will stand out both on and off the field?
On the field I bring Beast mentality and energy, being reliable, and I also bring my versatility and a hard worker that will definitely try to get the whole team better. But most importantly I bring consistency. Off the field, Nothing stupid, Responsibility, and that I’m always available to talk too.
Q: What is your final pitch to the NFL and any other pro leagues?
There’s not many players like me. Not many players think think like me either, Ive been a difference maker for so long and I’m here to make dreams a tangible reality. I offer my consistent work ethic and ability to produce in order to achieve a common goal.
