2021 NFL Draft Prospect Interview: Joshua Wilkes, WR, University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff
- Name: Joshua Wilkes
- Height: 6’3
- Weight: 190
- Position: WR
- College: University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff
- Twitter: @joshwilkes8
What is the best restaurant in your hometown city?
- Town Tavern
When breaking down your film what will stick out?
- Route running & Attacking the ball
If you won the lotto, what is the first thing you would do with the money?
- Invest in a non-profit for young boys between the age of 10-18. I would love to give the children something positive to do like play games and learn about sports.
What has been your biggest failure?
- I don’t believe I have gone through any big failures in life because they all taught me lessons.
What do your teammates say is your best quality?
- My teammates would say my best quality is my dedication and drive to catch the ball.
Who is the hardest working teammate on your team?
- Paul Reeves because the entire team agrees that he sets the standard.
Have you ever had a nickname? What is it?
- Yes, Crazy legs. Back in high school one of my favorite coaches called me “Crazy legs” because of my speed and endurance to score a touchdown.
What is your degree in, if you do not make it as a football player, what is your dream job?
- My degree is in Physical education & I would like to open my own gym, where football training is offered to youth.
What is your coolest life moment?
- My coolest life moment is watching my son Jaxon come into this world. He motivates me daily to work harder.
What song would you sing at Karaoke night?
- Survivor- Eye of the tiger
If you could pick any actor to play you in a movie, who are you picking?
- Daniel Ezra (Spencer from All-American) because his personality and skill set.
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Who is your favorite football team?
- Pittsburgh Steelers
If you had a warning label, what would yours say?
- WATCH OUT
What is your biggest fear?
- Not accomplishing my goals in life.
Who is the most underrated player in the NFL?
- Lamar Jackson
Take us through game day, How do you prepare?
- Eat breakfast, listen to music, pre-game meals, pray and HIT THE FIELD.
Do you have any hobbies?
- Landscaping
If you had to compare yourself to someone in the NFL, who would that be?
- Michael Thomas
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