Name: Shawn Page
School: Merrimack College
Position: IOL
Height: 6’2”
Weight: 305
What goals did you set and/or accomplish in your final collegiate season?
My goals this year were to finish my college career on a strong note and continue to raise my draft stock. I believe that I was able to do that with the way that I played.
Q: How do you think you took advantage of the extra year of eligibility to increase your chances of going pro?
I think that I was able to take advantage of the extra year by continue to get stronger and develop my body as well as add more tools to my tool box in my individual game.
Q: What would your coaches and teammates say about the type of player you are?
My coaches and teammates would say that I am rugged hard worker who puts the team first. I am someone that my teammates can rely on if they’re heading into a game against a tough opponent or into a dark alley my teammates know that I will give my all and that I won’t leave them hanging.
Q: When you are studying film, what are the things you focus on to improve your game?
When studying film of myself I look at my technique, how fast am I getting my first two steps into the ground where is my leverage , am I bending at the waist or the knees and also my hand placement. When studying my opponent I look at their tendencies, favorite pass rush move, hand placement when slanting and how the play the run.
Q: What separates you from the other pro prospects at your position?
What separates me from other prospects is my versatility, I played all five offensive line positions throughout my collegiate career. Also my agility I am a very strong puller and I get to the second level and finish well.
Q: What is your offseason plan to train and prepare for professional opportunities?
My off-season plan is to train for pro day at my training facility in my hometown. As well as continue to develop my strength and get stronger for life in the trenches at the professional level.
Q: What kind of strengths and abilities will you bring to a team that will stand out both on and off the field?
The strengths that I will bring to a team on the field are my abilities in the run game, a very agile pulling guard that works to the second level well, a reliable pass blocker.
Q: What is your final pitch to the NFL and any other pro leagues?
My final pitch to all pro teams are when given the opportunity I will be someone who comes in first and leaves last. I will be the hardest worker in the room and I won’t stop until I am in the conversation with some of the greatest players in the game. I am doing this to be the best.