Brandon Sampson
Wide Receiver – Senior
Midwestern State
Alex Khvatov: What are your measurements (height, weight and forty time)?
Brandon Sampson: I am 5’9, about 188 and my forty was 4.46 hand time.
Alex Khvatov: Where are you currently training for the NFL Draft?
Brandon Sampson: I am training close to the school.
Alex Khvatov: Tell me about an all-star game that you participated in.
Brandon Sampson: I went to an all-star game in Miami. It was called Podium Showcase from February 1st – 3rd. It was a fun experience. There were D-I and D-II guys there. We also did the Combine there. They had a couple of Arena teams, Saskatchewan (Canadian team) and a couple of international teams.
Alex Khvatov: What can we expect from you at the Pro Day?
Brandon Sampson: My pro day will be on March 31st at Texas A&M Commerce. I am going to try to run a faster forty. I got stronger which will help me with my vertical, broad jump and bench press.
Alex Khvatov: Coming out of high school, what programs showed interest in you?
Brandon Sampson: My SAT scores weren’t the best. I took the JUCO route. I went to a regular community college from 2011-2012. I didn’t play football there. I sat out between 2012-2014. In 2014, I went to play football at Monterey Community College in CA.
Alex Khvatov: Why did you decide to transfer to Midwestern State?
Brandon Sampson: I had a few D-II offers. One of my former coaches at JUCO was on the staff at Midwestern State. He actually helped me get an offer.
Alex Khvatov: Describe your overall career.
Brandon Sampson: At Midwestern State, I played in all 11 games as a junior, but didn’t start any. I had some clutch catches. During my senior year, I became one of the premier guys on the team. I became a third down guy for the team. I was also a return specialist.
Alex Khvatov: What are your strengths?
Brandon Sampson: Blocking. I am very aggressive when the ball is in the air. I am a quick and shifty guy. I don’t get jammed. I am an elusive slot WR.
Alex Khvatov: What areas of your game are you trying to improve upon?
Brandon Sampson: Just make sure that my hands stay strong and brush up on more blocking.
Alex Khvatov: What is the highlight of your career up to this point?
Brandon Sampson: When I had three catches and two TD’s in a conference championship game. We won the game.
Alex Khvatov: What is your favorite NFL team?
Brandon Sampson: Baltimore Ravens.
Alex Khvatov: Who is your favorite NFL player?
Brandon Sampson: Tavon Austin.
Alex Khvatov: What is the most important trait for a WR?
Brandon Sampson: The best trait is being able to block. You can catch the ball, but if you can’t put on the line for your brothers, you are not a special receiver.
Alex Khvatov: What players on your team should we keep an eye on for next season?
Brandon Sampson: WR Tyrique Edwards, WR Xavier Land and RB Vincent Johnson. We have a lot of NFL caliber guys.
Alex Khvatov: Who is the best player that you have faced during your career?
Brandon Sampson: The best player is Devron Davis from UTSA. He is projected to go in the draft. I played him at a junior college.
Alex Khvatov: What do you enjoy most about football?
Brandon Sampson: The bond that you form with your teammates from training camp to the end of the season. Football helped me grow as a man. It kept me on a straight path.
Alex Khvatov: What are your hobbies?
Brandon Sampson: I used to play baseball. I like to go to the batting cages. I like to make music. I am also an entrepreneur. I have a clothing line. I wanted to kick start that before my college career was over. I want to open up a clothing store in LA. My slogan for the clothing line is Savage (See Adversities Value and Generate Excellence). I want to keep it at a fair price.
Alex Khvatov: Finish the sentence, Brandon Sampson is….
Brandon Sampson: A well-oriented young man. I am very coachable. I will sacrifice for the greater cause of the team. I am looking for an opportunity.
