2022 NFL Draft Prospect Interview: Allante Leapheart, DB, Grand Valley State University

• Name: Allante Leapheart
• Position: DB
• College: Grand Valley State University
• Height: 5’10”
• Weight:190 lbs
• Twitter: @Is_That_Red
• Instagram: @Iam_arlv

What made you decide you wanted to be a football player?

My family, my uncle’s all played football so I was immersed in that and there love made me love it.

What type of energy do you bring onto the football field?

I bring competitive energy and electricity if there needs to be a spark I’m that spark.

What sets you apart from other defensive backs?

My versatility, I can go inside and can go outside if need be.

What do you think are the keys to success on the football field?

Preparation, competitiveness and knowledge of what a team is going to do to you and your team.

If you could hang out with any football player past or present for a day who and why?

Tyrann Mathieu, because I just love the game he embodies as a football player and I try to mimic his game on the football field. And how he switched from corner to safety he does a whole bunch of things I think I can do.

How are you planning to prepare for the draft?

I have a senior bowl and then just training my butt off and then going to a pro day and just showing I belong.

What are you looking to achieve as a football player going forward?

Just leave my mark and make sure I put everything I have into it.

What should we know about Allante Leapheart the person?

I’m a well rounded person, very easy to get along with, anything I do I put my all into it and I’m very competitive.

What do you love about the game of football?

I love what the game of football can do for you it brings all kinds of people together and it shows you what kind of value you have as a person and it just helps you as a person and individual grow and tells you what kind of person you are.

What would a team get in a player like you?

Versatile player, passionate, willing to learn, hardworker, and willing to do anything to help a team win.

What is your favorite coverage and why?

Man, it tests you as a person, one on one, and it gives you confidence if you win the rep.

How do you handle challenges both in life and on the football field?

Use previous situations, learn from it and be positive no matter the outcome.