Braylyn Cook
Cornerback – Senior
Morehead State
Alex Khvatov: What are your measurements (height, weight and forty time)?
Braylyn Cook: 6’0, 187, 4.49.
Alex Khvatov: Where are you currently training for the NFL Draft?
Braylyn Cook: At school.
Alex Khvatov: Coming out of high school, what programs showed interest in you?
Braylyn Cook: Missouri, Georgia Southern, Army, Navy and a couple of D-II schools.
Alex Khvatov: Why did you choose Morehead State?
Braylyn Cook: One of my best friends, Justin Abrams was already out there. I came on a visit and decided to go there.
Alex Khvatov: How would you describe your overall experience at the FCS Bowl?
Braylyn Cook: It was fun going down there. It was in Florida, but the weather was cold during that weekend. It was a lot of competition. I didn’t expect it. I had a great time.
Alex Khvatov: What is the biggest thing that you took away from that all-star game?
Braylyn Cook: There is competition everywhere. There were a lot of D-II guys there. They were really good.
Alex Khvatov: What did you learn from the FCS Bowl coaching staff?
Braylyn Cook: They were big on finishing through drills. They wanted you to finish every rep. We did everything at full speed.
Alex Khvatov: Were you happy with your performance during the game?
Braylyn Cook: We would switch defensive personnel every series. They didn’t throw at me at all. Our group had a lot of three and outs. I was happy with the success that we had as a defense.
Alex Khvatov: What type of feedback did you receive from scouts?
Braylyn Cook: They told me that I looked good in the one on one’s. I looked bigger and quicker than what they expected. I was physical. They told me that I was very hands-on with receivers after five yards, and I need to tone it down.
Alex Khvatov: What can we expect from you at the Pro Day?
Braylyn Cook: The pro day will be at Eastern Kentucky on March 23rd. I will just do what I do. I want to run a 4.4 forty or lower and jump 35 inches or higher on the vertical. I want to show them that I am faster than they think. During training, I have gained six pounds of strength to my frame.
Alex Khvatov: What are your strengths?
Braylyn Cook: Coverage and ball skills. I am also a competitor.
Alex Khvatov: What areas of your game are you trying to improve upon?
Braylyn Cook: I am working on being more explosive. I need to have a quicker get off. My technique can always get better.
Alex Khvatov: How would you rate your senior season?
Braylyn Cook: It was a great season. I wish that I could have gotten more INT’s. I improved as a tackler. I had 12 PBU’s and three INT’s my senior year. I led the conference once again in passes defended.
Alex Khvatov: Describe your overall career to us.
Braylyn Cook: As a team, we never won the conference championship. But I feel like we grew as a team. We were 7-4 during my sophomore year. It was an impressive season. I had 49 passes defended throughout my career.
Alex Khvatov: What are you most proud of during your career?
Braylyn Cook: My growth from my freshman year. I wanted individual stats when I was a younger player. Now I just want to win, as I got older. I grew as a leader.
Alex Khvatov: What is the highlight of your career up to this point?
Braylyn Cook: The Valpo game my junior year, when I had two INT’s.
Alex Khvatov: What is your favorite NFL team?
Braylyn Cook: The Ravens.
Alex Khvatov: Who is your favorite NFL player?
Braylyn Cook: Patrick Peterson.
Alex Khvatov: What is the most important trait for a cornerback?
Braylyn Cook: It is all about competing.
Alex Khvatov: Who is the best WR that you have faced during your career?
Braylyn Cook: My freshman year, it was Reggie Bell from San Diego. He played for the Saints.
Alex Khvatov: What players on your team should we keep an eye on for next season?
Braylyn Cook: Freshman FS Starr Hutcherson, LB Jerome Brooks and WR Jarin Higginbotham. CB’s Brandyn Duncan and Chauncey Johns will stand out next year for sure.
Alex Khvatov: What do you enjoy most about football?
Braylyn Cook: Growing up, I always wanted to play football. I wanted to play in the NFL. I love being with my brothers, and the competition in general.
Alex Khvatov: What are your hobbies?
Braylyn Cook: Movies and video games.
Alex Khvatov: What do you want to do with your life after your football career is over?
Braylyn Cook: I am a civil engineering major. I want to work for my uncle and design and build airports and roads.
Alex Khvatov: Finish the sentence, Braylyn Cook is….
Braylyn Cook: A winner.
