Name: Josh Zakavec
School: University of Mary
Position: LS
Height: 6-1
Weight: 235
Q: What goals did you set and/or accomplish in your final collegiate season?
All District Academic for NSIC, Featured in the Preseason All American Watch List for Special Teams U, No missed snaps.
Q: What would your coaches and teammates say about the type of player you are?
Cares about the team and is extremely consistent in all team and school activities.
Q: When you are studying film, what are the things you focus on to improve your game?
The best way to get off blocks and where I need to be on the field in terms of my assignment.
Q: What separates you from the other pro prospects at your position?
Maturity, dedication, easy to coach, and willing to more than just snap a ball, can you put willing to do more than just snap a ball.
Q: What is your offseason plan to train and prepare for professional opportunities?
I am currently studying for the CSCS and have interned with my strength coach and how to properly program snapping, lifting, and conditioning. Lift 3 times a week, run 3 times a week, and snapping 5 times a week.
Q: What kind of strengths and abilities will you bring to a team that will stand out both on and off the field?
I will bring a consistent work ethic and be an enthusiastic teammate.
Q: What is your final pitch to the NFL and any other pro leagues?
In my college career I’ve played at 4 different schools, I’ve played with top talent at Wyoming and learned how to overcome losses at Dodge City Community College and Lincoln University. But I learned how to fill in the gaps with nutrition and consistency at University of Mary. I’m always willing to take on a different challenge and want to see how I close I am to others at my position, can you change it to how close I am to others at my position.