Cameron Lewis
Cornerback
Buffalo
Alex Khvatov: What are your measurements (height, weight and forty time)?
Cameron Lewis: Height is 5’9 ½, 185 and 4.44 forty last spring. I am trying to run a 4.3.
Alex Khvatov: Where are you currently training for the NFL Draft?
Cameron Lewis: Ultimate 48 Performance down in Lawrenceville, Georgia. My roommate is from Georgia and he told me about this place. They do a lot of pro day and combine training. It is a small group of guys. It is a big reason why I came down there. We have about 10 or 11 people. There is a lot of individual work.
Alex Khvatov: How would you describe your overall experience at the Tropical Bowl?
Cameron Lewis: It was a pretty cool experience. We practiced in front of 27 scouts. It was weight lifted off my shoulders.
Alex Khvatov: What did you want to show scouts at the all-star game?
Cameron Lewis: That I can play inside and outside. I have quick feet and good ball skills. I wanted to show how physical I was. I rolled an ankle during the last practice. I have been icing ever since. I didn’t play in the game. I need to take a couple of days off. I should be ready to go. My pro day is on March 13th.
Alex Khvatov: What is the biggest thing that you will take away from the Tropical Bowl?
Cameron Lewis: Make the most of the opportunities. Leave a good impression. Perform when everyone is looking.
Alex Khvatov: Coming out of high school, what programs showed interest in
you?
Cameron Lewis: Western Michigan, Toledo and Buffalo.
Alex Khvatov: Why did you choose Buffalo?
Cameron Lewis: Jeff Quinn was the coach at Buffalo at the time. I got an offer from the 7 on 7 camp at Michigan State. My brother went to Western Michigan. He was a regular student there, so I didn’t want to go to the same school as him. Toledo is only 45 minutes away from my home. It was too close to home. Buffalo campus sold me. It was a summer time, and we have two handmade lakes. I knew that I could play right away
Alex Khvatov: What are your strengths?
Cameron Lewis: Physical, speed and pretty good ball skills.
Alex Khvatov: What areas of your game are you trying to improve upon?
Cameron Lewis: I played both outside and inside. But I need to focus on being patient in the slot. Reading different formations and schemes. I should be good at the next level.
Alex Khvatov: Describe your overall career.
Cameron Lewis: Freshman year, I played on special teams a lot. I made a lot of solid plays. I also played in the nickel package. I had a pick six my freshman year. We went 5-7 that year. I started all 12 games as an outside corner my sophomore year. We went 2-10. I had 60 tackles and eight PBU’s that year. We had a good team my junior year. We had all of the pieces. I battled some injuries. I broke my thump and forearm. I played seven games that year. I had an INT, about 30 tackles and a few PBU’s. It was a solid year. We went 6-6. I ended up with three INT’s, nine PBU’s and 33 tackles. I was second team all-conference. We went 10-2, but lost in the conference championship game. We blew a 19-point lead in the second half and lost by one point. We also lost to Troy in the bowl game. It was our first 10-win season in school history.
Alex Khvatov: What is the highlight of your career up to this point?
Cameron Lewis: The 10-win season this year. I made a lot of plays that senior year. My highlight game was against Temple. I had two INT’s and five tackles. We got the win on the road.
Alex Khvatov: What have you learned the most from your coaching staff?
Cameron Lewis: Preparation is key. You have to take preparation very seriously. I break down the film and look at the tendencies.
Alex Khvatov: What is your favorite NFL team?
Cameron Lewis: I am from Detroit, I root for the Lions. I root for them because they are my home team.
Alex Khvatov: Who is your favorite NFL player?
Cameron Lewis: I like to watch Alvin Kamara and Todd Gurley. Marshon Lattimore is someone I like to watch on defense.
Alex Khvatov: What is the most important trait for a CB?
Cameron Lewis: Confidence. You play on an island. It is the second hardest position, other than quarterback.
Alex Khvatov: What players on your team should we keep an eye on for next
season?
Cameron Lewis: CB Aapri Washington, RB Jaret Patterson, RB Kevin Marks and OLB James Patterson. Those guys have a lot of potential in the next few years. They were all freshmen.
Alex Khvatov: Who is the toughest player that you have faced on an opposing team?
Cameron Lewis: Corey Davis. They used him in a lot of ways. Kenny Golladay from NIU was a tall and a lanky guy who can run. He is a big target.
Alex Khvatov: How would you describe your teammate LB Khalil Hodge?
Cameron Lewis: He is a great player and an even better teammate. He is a sure tackler and always made the right calls. Our defense was complicated, and he hardly ever was wrong. He is a hard worker in football and in the classroom. He is a great player and a great teammate. He is very funny and a good guy.
Alex Khvatov: What do you enjoy most about football?
Cameron Lewis: The brotherhood you create behind it. You build a lot of relationships with different people. You have a common goal that brings people together.
Alex Khvatov: Who is your biggest role model and why?
Cameron Lewis: My father. He showed me the ropes. He had a tough childhood. His dad was killed when he was young. He showed us a lot about struggle and told us that we need to grind for what you want. You always give it 110%.
Alex Khvatov: What is your definition of a leader?
Cameron Lewis: Being able to lead by example.
Alex Khvatov: What are your hobbies?
Cameron Lewis: I am really family oriented. I like to chill with my family and go to the movies. I also have a girlfriend who I spend a lot of time with.
Alex Khvatov: What do you want to do with your life after your football career is over?
Cameron Lewis: I want to pursue real estate. My dad started a foundation for remodeling homes. He has four or five properties. I am starting to like it more and more. I want to get a real estate license.
Alex Khvatov: What five words best describe you?
Cameron Lewis: Passionate, hardworking, leader, coachable and faith.
