FFLiveWire Exclusive Interview with Matt Alfred

Eastern Washington guard Matt Alfred took the time to answer some questions with FFLiveWire's Luke Nicholson about his collegiate career, his NFL aspirations, and plans beyond his football career.

 

 

Luke Nicholson: Who is your biggest role model? Why?

Matt Alfred: My dad because he is an incredibly hard worker.

Luke Nicholson: What is your greatest football moment to date?

Matt Alfred: Winning the Big Sky in 2004 in double overtime against Montana State.

Luke Nicholson: What sports did you participate in during high school and how have they helped you to become a better player on the football field?

Matt Alfred: I played baseball, wrestled, and played soccer. Baseball helped me with hand eye coordination as well as learning to be patient, wrestling helped me learn how to use my size and out-leverage my opponents, and soccer really helped with my footwork.

Luke Nicholson: Are scouts planning to work you out at offensive tackle and center, as well as guard? How do you feel about the possibility of a position change?

Matt Alfred: I believe that I will be tested as a guard and center primarily, but I have played tackle in the past and am up for any challenge.

Luke Nicholson: Who is the best player you have faced during your career?

Matt Alfred: Keilen Dykes (West Virginia DT) and Jordan Beck (Cal Poly LB)

Luke Nicholson: How has playing with Zach Wasielewski helped your development and do you see a future in the NFL for your teammate?

Matt Alfred: Playing with Zach was great because we pushed each other to be great day in and day out. He is a great guy and will be a positive member of any team he plays for in the future.

Luke Nicholson: If you could have any super power, what would you choose? Why?

Matt Alfred: I would want to have the ability to freeze time, because there never seems to be enough time in the day for me.

Luke Nicholson: What one thing do you have to work on the most to excel at the NFL level?

Matt Alfred: Sometimes my feet are too active and I must force myself to slow them down.

Luke Nicholson: What current NFL player does your game most resemble?

Matt Alfred: Alan Faneca because he moves well and is incredibly tough.

Luke Nicholson: What are you doing to prepare for your Pro Day?

Matt Alfred: I am training at Rockwood sports performance and also with my line coach Tom Ackerman six days a week on a split routine of weight training and speed work.

Luke Nicholson: Which teams have expressed interest in you at this point?

Matt Alfred: Many teams have shown interest. The Raiders, Lions, Jets, and Packers to name a few.

Luke Nicholson: Is there a specific team you hope to play for?

Matt Alfred: I would love the opportunity to play for a team where I will have the most ability to contribute. I have to admit to being a lifelong fan of the Seahawks though.

Luke Nicholson: Are you a cat or a dog? Why?

Matt Alfred: I'm a dog because I'm strong, resourceful and loyal to the people I love.

Luke Nicholson: Outside of football, what are some of your hobbies?

Matt Alfred: I like to play video games and listen to a variety of music. I also like to work out and watch movies with my girlfriend to relax.

Luke Nicholson: Why should a NFL team select you over other guards in this draft?

Matt Alfred: I am physically tough and a quick learner. I can adapt on the fly to a variety of situations and circumstances.

Luke Nicholson: What are your plans for your career after football?

Matt Alfred: I will have a degree in Exercise Science and would like to use that to open my own training facility for any athletes looking to take their game to the next level.

Luke Nicholson: If you block for any NFL running back, who would you choose? Why?

Matt Alfred: LaDainian Tomlinson, because he can hit the hole at full speed better than anyone and also has amazing vision to setup his runs.

Luke Nicholson: Finish the following sentence: Matt Alfred is tougher than…

Matt Alfred: Steven Segal!

Luke Nicholson: Thank you for your time, Matt. The staff at FFLiveWire wishes you the best of luck in all of your NFL endeavors.

 

 

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