Camal Brown: 2022 Pro Prospect Interview
Name: Camal Brown
School: Assumption University
Position: DL/LB
Height: 6’0”
Weight: 295
What goals did you set and/or accomplish in your final collegiate season?
I set out to prove everyone wrong. After transferring and the pandemic everybody was suggesting that I quit football and just focus on finishing my degree. I wanted to show everyone that I am completely capable of playing at a higher level than previous years.
Q: How do you think you took advantage of the extra year of eligibility to increase your chances of going pro?
I worked. Everyday I went 1-0, either in the class room, on the field. When gyms and football field shut down around my area, I did not make any excuses I found ways to get my self in the best shape possible. Either by running 3+ miles a day to doing different type of workouts with dumbbells. Even at my job I carried dumbbells with me to keep myself right.
Q: What would your coaches and teammates say about the type of player you are?
They will all state I have a “no quit” mentality. I will show up every day ready to work and improve anyway I can. Even when the odds were stacked against me on entering the campus for financial reason I found a way to make it possible to be there to play my last year.
Q: When you are studying film, what are the things you focus on to improve your game?
Key things I focus on is my opponent, what weaknesses do they have, what makes them tick. Any possible thing available that will help me beat them.
Q: What separates you from the other pro prospects at your position?
My athletic ability. For someone close to 300 lbs I can move quickly and lightly on my feet. I can keep pace with receivers, and play sideline to sideline, but I also have the strength to play anywhere upon the Defensive Line, once I start to use my hands its a bad day for anyone lined up in front of me.
Q: What is your offseason plan to train and prepare for professional opportunities?
The same as it’s been all these years. At home work, I don’t have the money to afford a fancy gym and personal trainers. Luckily I have a former teammate and who is now a trainer (Jesse Agboste) writing me workout plans to complete while I am away finishing my bachelors degree. I will continue my normal 3+ mile runs everyday just to keep my endurance up.
Q: What kind of strengths and abilities will you bring to a team that will stand out both on and off the field?
Discipline, Effort, and Attitude (D.E.A) something my coach (Coach Blevins) has pounded into our heads this past year. Everyday I will display this no matter where, or how bad the situation is.
Q: What is your final pitch to the NFL and any other pro leagues?
Taking a chance on me, is the best decision ever made. Ask any of my coaches or teammates, I will show up every day with a chip on my shoulder. I will always be ready to work because I hate being out worked by anyone. Live my life with a Mamba Mentality.
