Post by Tyrann Declares for UFSL on Dec 18, 2011 0:30:16 GMT -5
Tyrann Finishes College Career, Declares for UFSL
-Lafayette, Louisiana
Weeks after successfully help leading his team to an undefeated season in college football, the junior safety out of Louisiana State University spoke at a press conference earlier today, committing to the UFSL Football League this upcoming spring.
”I think this is a great move for me in the long run. Outside of being a big playmaker, I have found that I do not have a real identity in football anymore. I have played cornerback, safety, kick returner and now linebacker. I think the one thing the UFSL gives me that other leagues couldn’t is room to grow. I don’t think I could commit to one position in a league like the NFL. In the UFSL, I have already been recruited for outside linebacker, safety and even some time at middle linebacker. It will give me some space to find my real identity on a defense and run with it,” Mathieu exclaimed.
Tryann, listed in draft notes as an outside linebacker, knows that he needs to increase his strength in order to excel in the UFSL at the second level. At 240 pounds, the 6’4” backer knows that the numbers can be deceiving. ”I’ve definitely gained weight over the past few months, but it is definitely not muscle. Honestly, I have been pretty lazy as of late. Hopefully with some good workouts and training I can at least get back into shape. I can worry about the strength later,” Tyrann later said.
Relatively new to the UFSL, Tyrann hasn’t really made much of a name for himself. With only a few contract offers on the table for minimum money, Tyrann knows he will need to impress both scouts and coaches to increase both his name and his salary. This hasn’t really bothered Tyrann yet, but he knows that his work is cut out for him. ”Yeah, it is going to take awhile to find my place in the league and play like the star I know I can be. With hard work and resilience, in due time I will where I want to be,” Mathieu continued.
While he may not be a prototypical outside linebacker, Tyrann Mathieu does a few things that should make him immediately successful at the next level. His awareness is probably his best asset, which suited him very well during his time as a defensive back at LSU. Secondly, despite his previous comments about his issues about getting into shape, Tyrann has exception closing speed. He attributes this to his great agility, which helps him hunt down opposing players in the open field. In terms of places he probably needs work, obviously strength is highlighted among them. Mathieu’s previous experience in the secondary never called for the strength required as a linebacker. Secondly, Tyrann will need to increase his agility and ball skills. ”The UFSL, and more specifically at outside linebacker, I will need to start working on my intangibles more often. Producing turnovers and making plays will call for skills that I don’t currently possess, like stripping the ball from a running back or making a turn on a time. It will come with time, but it is something I really need to work on,” Tyrann finished.
As the end of the free agent period nears, Tyrann figures to sign by the end of the week. All signs point to him playing outside linebacker, but it has yet to be decided.
-Lafayette, Louisiana
Weeks after successfully help leading his team to an undefeated season in college football, the junior safety out of Louisiana State University spoke at a press conference earlier today, committing to the UFSL Football League this upcoming spring.
”I think this is a great move for me in the long run. Outside of being a big playmaker, I have found that I do not have a real identity in football anymore. I have played cornerback, safety, kick returner and now linebacker. I think the one thing the UFSL gives me that other leagues couldn’t is room to grow. I don’t think I could commit to one position in a league like the NFL. In the UFSL, I have already been recruited for outside linebacker, safety and even some time at middle linebacker. It will give me some space to find my real identity on a defense and run with it,” Mathieu exclaimed.
Tryann, listed in draft notes as an outside linebacker, knows that he needs to increase his strength in order to excel in the UFSL at the second level. At 240 pounds, the 6’4” backer knows that the numbers can be deceiving. ”I’ve definitely gained weight over the past few months, but it is definitely not muscle. Honestly, I have been pretty lazy as of late. Hopefully with some good workouts and training I can at least get back into shape. I can worry about the strength later,” Tyrann later said.
Relatively new to the UFSL, Tyrann hasn’t really made much of a name for himself. With only a few contract offers on the table for minimum money, Tyrann knows he will need to impress both scouts and coaches to increase both his name and his salary. This hasn’t really bothered Tyrann yet, but he knows that his work is cut out for him. ”Yeah, it is going to take awhile to find my place in the league and play like the star I know I can be. With hard work and resilience, in due time I will where I want to be,” Mathieu continued.
While he may not be a prototypical outside linebacker, Tyrann Mathieu does a few things that should make him immediately successful at the next level. His awareness is probably his best asset, which suited him very well during his time as a defensive back at LSU. Secondly, despite his previous comments about his issues about getting into shape, Tyrann has exception closing speed. He attributes this to his great agility, which helps him hunt down opposing players in the open field. In terms of places he probably needs work, obviously strength is highlighted among them. Mathieu’s previous experience in the secondary never called for the strength required as a linebacker. Secondly, Tyrann will need to increase his agility and ball skills. ”The UFSL, and more specifically at outside linebacker, I will need to start working on my intangibles more often. Producing turnovers and making plays will call for skills that I don’t currently possess, like stripping the ball from a running back or making a turn on a time. It will come with time, but it is something I really need to work on,” Tyrann finished.
As the end of the free agent period nears, Tyrann figures to sign by the end of the week. All signs point to him playing outside linebacker, but it has yet to be decided.
