FFLiveWire Exclusive Interview with LeRue Rumph

North Carolina State outside linebacker LeRue Rumph took the time to answer some questions with FFLiveWire's Luke Nicholson about what he needs to work on to excel in the NFL, his Pro Day preperation, and his experiences on the field in both high school and college.

 

 

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

LeRue Rumph: My mother, Sylvia Rumph, because as a single mother she managed to get her doctorate of education and provide for my brother and I. She has always been there for us and is, by my definition, the best mother in the world.

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

LeRue Rumph: My sophomore year at Clearwater Central Catholic High School (CCC) has to serve as my greatest football moments. We had Jay Davis (former NC State QB) at the QB, Marcus Edwards (Former USF WR transferred to San Diego State WR) and myself as the WRs. Nobody in FLA could see us in 2003.

Luke Nicholson: Is there a situation in your past where you overcame adversity? How did you do it and how has it made you a better person?

LeRue Rumph: My junior year in high school I broke my leg during the third game of the season. I came back my senior year, bigger, faster and stronger than ever only to re-injure the same leg. It was a humbling experience because a lot of colleges backed off. Hard work and love for the game has guided me this far in my career, and will help me make my name in the NFL.

Luke Nicholson: During your career at North Carolina State, what did your typical day during football season consist of?

LeRue Rumph: A typical day during the season would be that I woke up in the morning, ate breakfast at Chik-Fil-A, went to class, went to study hall, ate lunch at the dining hall (CASE) then caught the bus (VET SCHOOL) to the stadium around twelve to lift n watch film. Meetings started around 2 followed by practice.

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?

LeRue Rumph: I played basketball in high school and the whole concept of “Team” and everyone having a job to do helped me on the football field. The same concepts apply.

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

LeRue Rumph: Ernie Sims. I played him in high school when he was a running back at North Florida.

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

LeRue Rumph: Infinite knowledge so I could correct people when they’re wrong and just to know everything.

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

LeRue Rumph: Read and recognition of plays and trusting my eyes. Once you’re good at that you can play full speed and make plays.

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

LeRue Rumph: D’Qwell Jackson (We grew up together and I‘ve always tried to make my game like his).

Luke Nicholson: If someone decided to make a movie about your life, what actor would play you and what would the movie be titled?

LeRue Rumph: Sebastian Belfair (my boys always say we look alike). The movie would be titled “Mr.3000.”

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

LeRue Rumph: I’m working out in Atlanta at Game Time sports complex with Eric Lougas and Kevin Peoples.

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

LeRue Rumph: Not sure but after my pro day every team in the NFL will be interested. Especially 4-3 teams.

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

LeRue Rumph: I like the Bucs and Chiefs but I am open to play anywhere, as long as I’m wearing a jersey and knocking off helmets.

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

LeRue Rumph: More of a viscously hungry hybrid of the two.

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

LeRue Rumph: Working out and chilling with my spider monkey.

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

LeRue Rumph: I’m smart and can learn a playbook in no time. Other LBs have played the position since high school, while the extent of my experience at the position has been since my sophomore year in college, so I have tremendous upside. I can run, cover and tackle, not to mention I’m a special teams demon.

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

LeRue Rumph: I plan to run for president.

Luke Nicholson: What is something unique about you that most people don’t know?

LeRue Rumph: I won states in AAU basketball. (Ask my ace Wes Green at DePaul).

Luke Nicholson: If you could sack any NFL quarterback, who would you choose? Why?

LeRue Rumph: Brett Favre. That’s probably the only time I’ll get close enough to ask for his autograph.

Luke Nicholson: Finish the following sentence: LeRue Rumph hits harder than…

LeRue Rumph: his friend Oliver Hoyte.

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