NFL Draft Diamonds Prospect Interview: Jatavius Stewart, WR, William Penn University
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What is your name?
Jatavius Stewart
What is your Height/Weight?
5’10 190 pounds
What is your position?
WR
Where do you play college football?
William Penn University
Football is about giving back, what is the coolest thing you have done off the field?
The coolest thing I’ve done off the field was probably when I had lunch at the elementary school with the students, and also I signed a few towels after the game.
What was the hardest college class you ever had to take?
The hardest class I ever had to take was probably anatomy.
Where are you from?
Rock Hill, SC
Who is your role model, and why?
I would have to say Antonio Brown would be my role model. He’s one of the best WR in the NFL and he’s only 5’10. He is a very humble and dedicated guy, and I consider myself humble and dedicated to what I love to do.
Did you play any other sports growing up?
Basketball, and track.
Did you play any other positions in football?
I think I’m a pretty good DB but I’m a WR/Return Specialist
At your position, what separates you from others?
I have great hands, great speed, and great routes. I’m pretty good at the jump ball for a short WR.
When you are breaking down film, what do you look for?
When breaking down film, I watch the DB’s feet and how he is in coverage. Every DB has a weakness just like every WR has one. I’m good at reading a defensive coverage,and that the biggest part about being a WR and getting open.
Who was the toughest player you ever faced?
I’ve played a lot of tough football players, Being from Rock Hill, SC, but Stephon Gilmore was the toughest.
If you could compare your play to one player in the NFL who would it be and why?
I would compare myself to 2 WRs. Antonio Brown, and Emmanuel Sanders. Both of those guys are under 6’0 tall. They both have great routes and great speed.
What was the biggest obstacle in your life you had to overcome, and how did you overcome it?
The biggest obstacle I’ve overcome is not attending a Division 1 school. Being the #1 JUCO Wr and attending a small school really got to me, but having a great support system and being dedicated helped me overcome these obstacles.
Do you have any pre-game rituals?
No pre-game rituals, I usually just listen to music.
What is your biggest strength?
My biggest strength to me would be my hands.
What is your biggest weakness?
I would say my biggest weakness is trying to make an extra move instead of using my speed.
If I were a GM and gave you a second to sell yourself, what would you say?
I would say I’m a very dedicated football player, that loves the game, I’m coachable, and can help a football team in many different ways.
Who was your favorite player and/or NFL team growing up?
My favorite football team growing up was the Carolina Panthers
If you could have dinner with three people dead or alive, who would you choose?
Tupac, My grandmother, and John Madden
What will be the first big item you buy once you are in the NFL?
The first thing I would buy would be a house.
Rapid Answers:
- Tupac or Biggie?
- NFL Network or ESPN?
- Coke or Pepsi? Neither
- Pizza or Burgers?
- Dogs or Cats? Both
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