1. What did it mean to you to be drafted and have the opportunity to play in the NFL?

"I always wanted to be a professional athlete growing up. I think it's cool that this is my job and that along the way I have all the people that have helped me like my parents, my family, just all of their hard work. They're a part of it too, so all of us are celebrating. It's cool that it's up to me to come out here every day and try do my best."

2. Who do you miss the most from home?

"Definitely my parents, my brother and our dog. They have a Great Dane named Odin. He has this big name and he's the most skittish, scared dog. He's massive and then you're like 'Oh he just wants to sit on the couch.'"

3. How did being a team captain at Notre Dame help prepare you to play in the NFL?

"I think it taugh

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