Name: Solomon Brooks
School: University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff
Position: DB

Height: 6’0”
Weight: 195

What goals did you set and/or accomplish in your final collegiate season?

A goal I set for myself was to keep my skills sharpened and continue to excel in every aspect of the game. As it is with most skills, practice makes perfect. I expected myself to maintain a high level of ability everyday.

Q: How do you think you took advantage of the extra year of eligibility to increase your chances of going pro?

I took advantage of the extra year by getting faster, stronger, and smarter. Being a natural athlete is good but being a student of the game is even better.

Q: What would your coaches and teammates say about the type of player you are?

They would definitely say I’m the crazy/high energy player that they feed off of. If I come to practice quiet, then they know something is wrong.

Q: When you are studying film, what are the things you focus on to improve your game?

When studying film, I look at offensive play calling on every down and distance. It’s crucial to know when an offense want to run certain plays. Next, I look at individual match ups to see who I’ll be going against. I’ll look for key notes like when he’s targeted, how much he’s targeted, is he a lazy/physical blocker, etc. Things I focus on to improve my game is to my technique. I focus on technique a lot because athletic ability can only get you so far.

Q: What separates you from the other pro prospects at your position?

What separates me is being composed, smart, having mental strength, passion, speed, energy, agility, spatial awareness, will to win, and love for the game.

Q: What is your offseason plan to train and prepare for professional opportunities?

I plan to work on my craft to keep my technique honed. I also will train to get faster and stronger.

Q: What kind of strengths and abilities will you bring to a team that will stand out both on and off the field?

Strengths and abilities I will bring to a team is effort and will. I’m a cover and tackling corner. My film prove it. Effort will take you a long way. Working through fatigue has to be one of the most challenging things and I so happen to do that. Off the field, I bring a public figure. I’m a peoples person that everybody love. Never been a problem or had off the field issues.

Q: What is your final pitch to the NFL and any other pro leagues?

If you want a guy that work hard, passionate, tough, smart, etc, I’m the guy you looking for. I’m a true competitor that is a plus to any team that pick me.