Durrell Nash
Linebacker / Saint Augustine’s University
Alex Khvatov: What are your measurements (height, weight and forty time)?
Durrell Nash: 6’0, 230 and 4.58.
Alex Khvatov: Describe your overall experience at the FCS Bowl in Daytona Beach, FL.
Durrell Nash: The FCS Bowl was pretty fun. I wish that I could’ve gotten some more reps. But for the most part, I think I made an impression on scouts and performed well during the game.
Alex Khvatov: Coming out of high school, what programs showed interest in you?
Durrell Nash: Coming out of high school, I only had one scholarship offer to Lincoln University and signed as soon as I got it.
Alex Khvatov: Why did you choose Saint Augustine’s University?
Durrell Nash: I chose Saint Augustine because the coaches were very honest with me. Some programs and coaches don’t tell kids the full story, and I just developed a great relationship with the linebackers’ coach there.
Alex Khvatov: What are your strengths?
Durrell Nash: Speed, strength, physicality, tackling and effort.
Alex Khvatov: What areas of your game are you trying to improve upon?
Durrell Nash: Becoming more flexible has been a big part of my offseason training and continuing to become a more explosive athlete.
Alex Khvatov: Tell us about your overall career.
Durrell Nash: I bounced around from school to school trying to find a perfect fit for me. Going from a D-II to a junior college to a division I and then back to a D-II. I just wanted to make sure wherever I ended up, I would be able to contribute to the team. During my career I’ve been an All-American, an all-state honoree and all conference. I was the 4th leading tackler in the CCCAA, and the 18th leading in tackles per game in division-II football.
Alex Khvatov: What is the highlight of your career up to this point?
Durrell Nash: The highlight of my career would probably be our upset win against Fayetteville State this year where I had two interceptions.
Alex Khvatov: What was the biggest thing that you took away from your coaching staff?
Durrell Nash: No matter what situations and obstacles that life throws your way, you have to battle through adversity.
Alex Khvatov: What is the most important trait for a LB?
Durrell Nash: Being the leader of the defense and stopping the run. I feel like as a linebacker, making tackles is the most important job we have.
Alex Khvatov: Who is your favorite NFL player?
Durrell Nash: My favorite player in the NFL right now is Darius Leonard.
Alex Khvatov: Before the ball is snapped, what are the tendencies that you are looking for from the offense?
Durrell Nash: Determine whether it’s a run or pass, whether the offensive lineman has his hands lightly on the ground or he’s more in an aggressive stance
Alex Khvatov: What players on your team should we keep an eye on for next season?
Durrell Nash: Brandon Long, Troy Geathers, Isaiah Sampson, Akiel Greer, Dimitri Fitzgerald, Tyree Humes.
Alex Khvatov: Who is the toughest player that you have faced on an opposing team?
Durrell Nash: Toughest player I faced was Jarome Johnson from Bowie State.
Alex Khvatov: What do you enjoy most about football?
Durrell Nash: Hitting people without getting in trouble for it.
Alex Khvatov: What are your hobbies?
Durrell Nash: Working out, reading, and music.
Alex Khvatov: What do you want to do with your life after your football career is over?
Durrell Nash: Become a coach/personal trainer and open up my own training facility.
Alex Khvatov: What five words best describe you?
Durrell Nash: Determined, hardworking, aggressive, leader and unwavering.
