GET TO KNOW: Justin Shirk, LB, Bloomsburg University
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AKA: Justin Shirk
Grade You Started Football: 1st grade
High School: Central Dauphin
Position/Positions: QB, RB, LB, PR, KR
College: Bloomsburg University
Position/Positions: LB
Jersey Number: 10
Football Mentor/Inspiration: Ray Lewis
Watch Justin’s HIGHLIGHT’S Here
Favorite Slogan: It’s not about the size of the dog in the fight but about the size of the fight in the dog
Proudest Football Moment/Memory: Being able to step back on the field to play in first collegiate game and start as a freshman against Indiana University of PA
Funniest Football Memory: Getting laid out by my teammate because he didn’t know where the ball was
Favorite Food: Mashed potatoes
Best On-Field Performance: vs. Shippensburg 9/27/2014: 15 tackles (9 solo), 4tfls, 2 sacks, 1 ff
Football Philosophy: Run fast, hit hard, and make big plays
Game Superstitions: None
Goals/Aspirations for 2014-2015: lead to team PSAC East and conference title, make a run in playoffs and put up big numbers while staying healthy to give myself a chance at making it to the NFL
Career Goals: Live the dream of playing in the NFL and make enough money to live comfortably and support my family
Favorite Football Team: Atlanta Falcons
Player You Model Your Game After: Luke Kuechly, Paul Worrilow
Who Will Win The Super Bowl: I don’t know
Favorite Down Time: Just to relax and enjoy time off since I don’t get much of it. Mainly watch movies
What Would You Want College Football Fans To Know About You: Regardless of the level of play, I can hang with anyone. My passion and love for the game drives me to become the best.
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