Chase DeMoor
Defensive End
Central Washington

 

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

 

Chase DeMoor:  Height: 6’5, weight: 250 and forty: 4.6.

 

Alex Khvatov:  Where will you be training for the NFL Draft?

 

Chase DeMoor:  Tforce Athletics in Seattle Washington.   

 

Alex Khvatov:  Describe your overall experience at the FCS Bowl all-star game in Daytona Beach, FL.

 

Chase DeMoor:  It was a blessing to be a part of.  Balling out with great athletes from all across the country, providing tips and feedback, helping each other get better and continue learning.

 

Alex Khvatov:  What is the biggest thing that you will take away from that

weekend?

 

Chase DeMoor:  Opportunity is hard to come by and is limited, so take advantage of every snap of the ball like it’s your last ever.

 

Alex Khvatov:  Who was the best player that you went up against at the FCS

Bowl?

 

Chase DeMoor:  Vincent Espinoza.  He’s the best QB I’ve ever had to play against. The dude is a stud.

 

Alex Khvatov:  How honored are you to get an invitation to the 2019 Tropical Bowl all-star game in January?

 

Chase DeMoor:  Beyond honored, coming from a small school and making a name for myself in order to get that invite is huge. 

 

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

 

Chase DeMoor:  Washington State was one of the first schools showing recruitment, however I ended up at a juco in California.  I worked hard every day to get that next offer.  I had interest from the University of Colorado, Nevada Reno, Albany and Alabama A&M before committing to Central Washington. 

 

Alex Khvatov:  How did you wind up at a junior college?

 

Chase DeMoor:  I went to a small school in the middle of nowhere, not many kids play after high school, so recruiters were few and none.  Coach Roach down at the Siskiyous offered me a great opportunity for some serious exposure to get me to that next level.

 

Alex Khvatov:  Why did you transfer to Central Washington?

 

Chase DeMoor:  Central Washington an up and coming program.  I knew that I wanted to win a ring, and Central seemed to have all the pieces in place.  I was fortunate enough to come out and help them win back-to-back rings with a shot at the playoffs both years.  My family is also from this area, so playing for the home team was a big deal.

 

Alex Khvatov:  What are your strengths?

 

Chase DeMoor:  My get off and first two steps along with my length and strength make me a versatile player.   

 

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

 

Chase DeMoor:  Being tall, I’m always working on my leverage and redirect. 

 

Alex Khvatov:  Describe your overall career to us.

 

Chase DeMoor:  I wasn’t a huge stats guy because of the scheme.  However, I did whatever sacrifices it took to help my team win games.  Quickly forgot the me and learned the us concept.  I plugged holes and rushed passers along with loving to play special teams.  Made a lot of plays, broke a record and won player of the year and a few rings along the way.

 

Alex Khvatov:  What is your biggest accomplishment that you are most proud

of?

 

Chase DeMoor:  Breaking the record for single season blocked kicks and winning player of the year.

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

 

Chase DeMoor:  Going 11-0 with a playoff bye to win a national championship. 

 

Alex Khvatov:  What have you learned the most from your coaching staff?

 

Chase DeMoor:  The us concept and to finish.

 

Alex Khvatov:  What is your favorite NFL team?

 

Chase DeMoor:  Seattle because it’s a home team, but I like players on all teams.

 

Alex Khvatov:  Who is your favorite NFL player?

 

Chase DeMoor:  I don’t have a single guy, but I like guys like Frank Clark and Cameron Wake.   

 

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

 

Chase DeMoor:  Relentlessness and being physical.

 

Alex Khvatov:  Before the ball is snapped, what are the tendencies that you are looking for from the offense?

 

Chase DeMoor:  What the backfield looks like to see the options they have.  Then check the OL stance and eyes to see what he wants to do.  I also check the receiver’s formations.   

 

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

season?

 

Chase DeMoor:  From Central Washington, keep an eye on corner Tyren Sams, receivers Tony Archie and Quinton Lewis. 

 

Alex Khvatov:  Who is the best player that you have faced on an opposing team?

 

Chase DeMoor:  Vincent Espinoza at QB out of Lincoln.  The kid is a stud.

 

Alex Khvatov:  What do you enjoy most about football?

 

Chase DeMoor:  The brotherhood.

 

Alex Khvatov:  Who is your biggest role model and why?

 

Chase DeMoor:  My grandfather.  I strive to be half the man he was.

 

Alex Khvatov:  What is your definition of a leader?

 

Chase DeMoor:  Lead by example, not noise.

 

Alex Khvatov:  What are your hobbies?

 

Chase DeMoor:  I snowboard, dance and play Xbox. 

 

Alex Khvatov:  What do you want to do with your life after your football

career is over?

 

Chase DeMoor:  I want to be a police officer. 

 

Alex Khvatov:  What five words best describe you?

 

Chase DeMoor:  Determined, relentless, physical, dominant and finisher.

 

Alex Khvatov:  Who will win Super Bowl LIII in February?

 

Chase DeMoor:  Go Rams!