Keith Ismael

Center / San Diego State

Alex Khvatov:  How would you describe your overall experience at the Senior Bowl? 

Keith Ismael:  It is an unbelievable experience.  It is a blessing.  It was one of my goals.  I wanted to be here.  It was one of my goals in college.  I wanted to compete against the best of the best. 

Alex Khvatov:  What do you want to show NFL teams this week?

Keith Ismael:  That I can stack up against big competition.  I am coming from a non-power five school.  I want to highlight all of my talents as an OL against the best guys. 

Alex Khvatov:  How did you wind up at San Diego State? 

Keith Ismael:  They recruited me the summer before my senior year.  I chose them because they ran a real pro-style offense.  They ran the ball a lot.  I came a run heavy offense in high school.  I felt like it would fit my strengths.  It allowed to compete early in my career. 

Alex Khvatov:  Where are you from? 

Keith Ismael:  I was born in San Francisco.  I was raised in San Francisco and Oakland.            

Alex Khvatov:  Where are you currently training for the NFL Draft?

Keith Ismael:  At Michael Johnson Performance in McKinney, Texas.  The staff out there is great.  I love working with the guys.    

Alex Khvatov:  What are your strengths? 

Keith Ismael:  Consistency and run blocking ability.    

Alex Khvatov:  What areas of your game are you trying to improve upon? 

Keith Ismael:  Playing a full game if that makes sense.  Being consistent all the way through.    

Alex Khvatov:  What is the highlight of your career up to this point?

Keith Ismael:  Beating Stanford in 2017.  We upset them at home.  The fans rushed the field.  The lights went out for a little bit in the fourth quarter.  It was a great team win and atmosphere.  It was one of the most memorable wins. 

Alex Khvatov:  Can you name a player at San Diego State that we should keep an eye on for next season? 

Keith Ismael:  We have so many talented guys.  Dwayne Johnson, he plays in the secondary.  DL Cameron Thomas is a relentless guy.  OL Zach Thomas.     

Alex Khvatov:  What one word best describes you? 

Keith Ismael:  Consistent.