De’Andre Coley

Safety – Senior

Arkansas

Alex Khvatov:  What are your measurements (height, weight and forty time)?   

De’Andre Coley:  6’0, 202 and I don’t know what I ran today at the pro day.  During training, I ran in the 4.47- 4.55 range. 

Alex Khvatov:  Were you satisfied with your overall results from the Pro Day? 

De’Andre Coley:  I was satisfied, but I could have done better.  There is always room for improvement.  I was happy with the drills.  I was in shape.  It was great to see all 32 teams there.  It was amazing to see some of my teammates perform like they did. 

Alex Khvatov:  Coming out of high school, what programs showed interest in you? 

De’Andre Coley:  I went to a high school in Miami.  I had TCU, Arkansas, Northern Colorado and Jackson State. 

Alex Khvatov:  Why did you choose Arkansas?

De’Andre Coley:  I chose Arkansas because they played in the SEC.  Not many people get a chance to play there.  I came on a visit and fell in love with the environment.  Even though I was in a different state, it felt like I was in Miami.  The fans were amazing.  They always showed amazing support.  Arkansas fans are great. 

Alex Khvatov:  Describe your overall career. 

De’Andre Coley:  My career was great.  I was an aggressive player and a great tackler.  I always competed and had fun playing with my boys. 

Alex Khvatov:  What are your strengths?

De’Andre Coley:  I communicate very well.  I am very aggressive.  I tackle well.    

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

De’Andre Coley:  I can’t get upset with my teammates.  When I show them how to do something right, and they do it wrong.  I need to improve in that area.  I need to learn that they will make mistakes. 

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

De’Andre Coley:  Against Alabama in 2016, I caused a fumble on a goal-line stand.  I caused two fumbles that game.  It kept us in the game. 

Alex Khvatov:  Who is your favorite NFL player? 

De’Andre Coley:  Earl Thomas and Kam Chancellor.  They are aggressive. 

Alex Khvatov:  What is the most important trait for a safety? 

De’Andre Coley:  Instincts and paying attention to detail.  If you don’t pay attention to details, it could be a quick TD. 

Alex Khvatov:  What players on your team should we keep an eye on for next season? 

De’Andre Coley:  CB Ryan Pulley, DE/OLB Randy Ramsey, DE/DT McTelvin Agim, MLB De’Jon Harris, WLB Dre Greenlaw, S Kamren Curl, S Santos Ramirez and WR Jonathan Nance.    

Alex Khvatov:  Who is the best player that you have faced during your career?

De’Andre Coley:  Derrius Guice is very tough.  He is a big and physical runner.  He can also cut really well.  You can hit him hard, but he would get back up.   

Alex Khvatov:  What do you enjoy most about football? 

De’Andre Coley:  You run around and have fun with your boys.  I love to compete.  I like to be aggressive and tackle people.  The physical aspect is great.  Football brings people together. 

Alex Khvatov:  What are your hobbies? 

De’Andre Coley:  I like to go swimming.  I like to play pool and go bowling.  I love to workout. 

Alex Khvatov:  What do you want to do with your life after your football career is over? 

De’Andre Coley:  I want to be a motivational speaker.  I want to give knowledge to the young ones.  I am from the bad part of Miami where there is a lot of violence.  I want to give knowledge to the kids.  You can go to college.  There are a lot of scholarships out here. 

Alex Khvatov:  Finish the sentence, De’Andre Coley is….

De’Andre Coley:  Hungry.