Name: Zacchaeus Knighton
School: Loras College
Position: CB
Height: 5-9
Weight: 170
Q: What goals did you set and/or accomplish in your final collegiate season?
In my final season at Loras College I set the goal of playing all 10 games healthy and to the best of my ability. I wanted to make sure that during every game I did everything I possibly could to help us win games.
Q: What would your coaches and teammates say about the type of player you are?
I Believe my coaches and teammates would say iwas always a guy that put the team first and was a competitor. A guy that fights through adversity no matter what challenges are thrown in his face.
Q: When you are studying film, what are the things you focus on to improve your game?
When watching film i like to focus on my opponents tendencies and try to find weaknesses that I can take advantage of. I want to find the offenses favorite targets and plays they run based on down and distances. When looking at myself on film I want to find my weaknesses and make sure at practice that i work on them to be the best cornerback possible.
Q: What separates you from the other pro prospects at your position?
I can bring a high level of football knowledge and experience. Having athletic ability is something most prospects have but understanding and breaking down the game is something not everyone can do. I think that is what truly separates good from great.
Q: What is your offseason plan to train and prepare for professional opportunities?
lam going to be lifting 5x a week with complex supersets and also during speed and explosion training. Conditioning too of course.
Q: What kind of strengths and abilities will you bring to a team that will stand out both on and off the field?
It is important to be a positive influence to your team and work to make everyone around you better. This implies in the community too so being able to improve the environment around you off the field plays a big role in program and community growth.
Q: What is your final pitch to the NFL and any other pro leagues?
Take a chance on the people who are “undersized”: No matter the challenge or what is thrown at me I will continue to fight and work hard to beat the odds!
