Malik Wilder
Cornerback / Rhode Island
Alex Khvatov: What are your measurements (height, weight and forty time)?
Malik Wilder: 5’10, 180, 4.5.
Alex Khvatov: Where are you currently training for the NFL Draft?
Malik Wilder: Test Football Academy in New Jersey.
Alex Khvatov: When is your Pro Day?
Malik Wilder: March 25th.
Alex Khvatov: Coming out of high school, what programs showed interest in you?
Malik Wilder: I received scholarships from the University of New Hampshire, Fordham, Maine & the University of Rhode Island.
Alex Khvatov: Why did you choose Rhode Island?
Malik Wilder: Wanted to be a staple in a program on the rise and compete at a high level.
Alex Khvatov: What are your strengths?
Malik Wilder: Some of my strengths are my mental toughness, hip fluidity and ability to lead.
Alex Khvatov: What areas of your game are you trying to improve upon?
Malik Wilder: I am trying to improve route recognition.
Alex Khvatov: Tell us about your overall career.
Malik Wilder: Throughout my career, I have been faced with adversity, but overall I have found my way to overcome it and win.
Alex Khvatov: What is the highlight of your career up to this point?
Malik Wilder: Catching an interception in our home opener in front of a sold-out crowd.
Alex Khvatov: What is your biggest accomplishment in college that you are most proud of?
Malik Wilder: Graduating.
Alex Khvatov: What was the biggest thing that you took away from your coaching staff?
Malik Wilder: Always compete and find a way to win no matter what.
Alex Khvatov: What is the most important trait for a CB?
Malik Wilder: The ability to remain poised regardless of the circumstance and outcome.
Alex Khvatov: What is your favorite NFL team?
Malik Wilder: Eagles.
Alex Khvatov: Who is your favorite NFL player?
Malik Wilder: Patrick Peterson.
Alex Khvatov: Before the ball is snapped, what are the tendencies that you are looking for from the offense?
Malik Wilder: Looking for any noticeable signals or communication between QB and WR’s that I saw on film, then cadence and the WR’s body language and stance.
Alex Khvatov: What players on your team should we keep an eye on for next season?
Malik Wilder: Ed Lee, Cayvian Holmes, Jordan Jones, Antonio Carter, and Jarrett Martin just to name a few.
Alex Khvatov: Who is the best player that you have faced on an opposing team?
Malik Wilder: Nasir Adderley.
Alex Khvatov: What do you enjoy most about football?
Malik Wilder: The competition.
Alex Khvatov: What is your definition of a leader?
Malik Wilder: A leader is one who embodies what qualities it takes to accomplish a goal.
Alex Khvatov: What are your hobbies?
Malik Wilder: I enjoy listening to music.
Alex Khvatov: What do you want to do with your life after your football career is over?
Malik Wilder: Most likely get into investments and real estate.
Alex Khvatov: What five words best describe you?
Malik Wilder: Grateful, stoic, ambitious, reliable and purposeful.
