Name: Markquise Simmons
School: Northern Arizona
Position: LB
Height: 6’0″
Weight: 230
Q: What goals did you accomplish heading into your final collegiate season?
I accomplished staying healthy for the whole season and contributing to my team’s success.
Q: What would your coaches say about the type of player you are?
My coaches would say I love football and that I have a speech impediment. I have a relentless attitude to get to the ball and I tackle well.
Q: When you are studying film, what do you focus on to improve your game?
When I’m studying film, I like to focus on my overall game such as my steps when the ball snaps, back peddling, in and out of breaks, do I look aggressive, do I look fast and explosive, am I getting to the ball on every single play, and causing havoc, which I am.
Q: What separates you from the other players at your position?
What separates me from other players is my willingness to get to the ball with tremendous effort. I can cover sideline to sideline and receivers, and still play downhill.
Q: How will you train and prepare this offseason for the draft or other pro opportunities?
I’m going to train hard these few months, really focusing on my 40 and my bench press to put my best foot forward for an opportunity to play at the next level. I have nothing to lose.
Q: What kind of strengths and abilities will you bring to a team that will stand out both on and off the field?
Strengths I will bring to a team is my optimistic attitude and my work ethic. I usually lead by example, I will have to work on being more vocal.
Q: What is your final pitch or sell to NFL and other pro league scouts?
You should draft me because I’m a rambunctious worker, I’m a team player, and I’m going to be an asset on any team I go to. I love football.