Name: Sam Pinckney
School: Georgia State and Coastal Carolina University
Position: WR
Height: 6-3
Weight: 220
Q: What goals did you set and/or accomplish in your final collegiate season?
My last collegiate season I was able to win a bowl game as a captain, received the Easypost Hawaii bowl game ESPN MVP, achieved 1k yard season, earned all-time leader in receiving yards for the Sun Belt, NCAA record holder for 58 consecutive games with a reception, and set Coastal Carolina school record for most receptions in a season.
Q: What would your coaches and teammates say about the type of player you are?
I believe my coaches and teammates would describe me as very energetic, a leader, encouraging, hard working, reliable and dependable.
Q: When you are studying film, what are the things you focus on to improve your game?
I focus on executing the game plan, study the coverages that I will see frequently throughout the game and find ways to not just improve myself but to improve the guys around me to help us win the game.
Q: What separates you from the other pro prospects at your position?
I believe that everyone is good at what they do in their own way. I have been in college for awhile and believe that I have matured my craft in football and have truly worked very hard throughout my college career and believe that I am ready for the next level. What separates me from other pro prospects at my position is that I hold the NCAA record for 58 consecutive games with a reception, meaning I contributed to every win my team has recieved. I have played under three different offenses throughout my college career. In this season alone I have played with 4 different quarterbacks and believe that I have done well with each despite learning eachother during a game. I adapt well to most that comes my way.
Q: What is your offseason plan to train and prepare for professional opportunities?
I plan to truly work on my 40 yard dash, change of direction and interviewing skills during this offseason.
Q: What kind of strengths and abilities will you bring to a team that will stand out both on and off the field?
Strengths and abilities that I will be able to provide on and off the field is I will do whatever it is to help my team win, whether it’s special teams, blocking or catching. I am a husband and father, I will work hard daily to provide for them, stay focus and give back.
Q: What is your final pitch to the NFL and any other pro leagues?
I want to play football as long as I can and truly be an impact throughout my career. I will strive daily to be the best I can be on and off the field as I always have. I am grateful for this opportunity.