Name: Sam Flowers
School: University Of Northern Colorado
Position: WR/RS
Height: 5’11”
Weight: 190
What goals did you set and/or accomplish in your final collegiate season?
Coming from JUCO my goal was to make it out with a division 1 scholarship. Then be able to become the first in my family to graduate, which I achieved.
Q: How do you think you took advantage of the extra year of eligibility to increase your chances of going pro?
By training with Performance Empire & Landow Performance over the summer to help me and make sure my body was in the best shape to compete at a high level. They gave me tools and advice that gave me an edge to go out and perform.
Q: What would your coaches and teammates say about the type of player you are?
They will say that I’m a hard worker and I will always compete at a high level. I’m determined to never give up and get the job done!
Q: When you are studying film, what are the things you focus on to improve your game?
I break down coverage, look for tendencies of my opponent, and understand both their weakness and strengths.
Q: What separates you from the other pro prospects at your position?
Route Running, Great Hand & Eye Coordination, Great Feet, Knowledge of a Prostyle offense, Coverage Recognition, and also being a returner gives me an advantage making me reliable all around.
Q: What is your offseason plan to train and prepare for professional opportunities?
My off-season plans are to get invited to at least one bowl game. Which I just attended the FCS National Bowl in Daytona Beach, Fl and will also be attending the CGS Showcase In Forth Worth in January. Looking to see if I will be participating in the Tropical Bowl, but if not just really dial in and focus on my pro-combine training to knock my 40 time down from a 4.45 to a low 4.4 high 4.3 and make sure my nutrition is up to part for me to perform at an elite level.
Q: What kind of strengths and abilities will you bring to a team that will stand out both on and off the field?
It will bring consistency, Loyalty, and being a leader will give me the ability to help teammates around me play at an elite level. Because I play with grit, attitude, and I am determined to Win each of my 1v1 battles. This will also help me off the field when it comes to meeting new people and having a conversation with important people.
Q: What is your final pitch to the NFL and any other pro leagues?
I’m highly reliable, I can play every position on the field, my knowledge of the game is at an high level and will be elite. I can break down coverage, very detail oriented when it comes to note taking, and being able to adjust at a pro level. I should be drafted because I have the IT factor. With being placed in the right situation for success I will be beneficial for not only me but for the team who gives me an opportunity to become great.