by Mark Clements
July 18, 2011-
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| Blake Jones |
LAFM: For starters, what’s your current height, weight and forty time?
BJ: I weight 190, I’m 5’11” and my forty was a 4.5.
LAFM: Are you originally from Louisiana? Which teams did you root for growing up?
BJ: Yes sir, but I like the Steelers.
LAFM: How did being a Steelers fan come about?
BJ: From my dad.
LAFM: When did you first start playing football, and has it always been a big part of your family?
BJ: Not always a big deal. I started playing in 6th grade.
LAFM: Do you play any other sports?
BJ: I run track. I ran the 4x2 and the 200.
LAFM: Do you play any other positions?
BJ: Outside linebacker and strong safety.
LAFM: If so, where do you see yourself being recruited?
BJ: Probably a free safety.
LAFM: Is there anyone in college or the Pros that you try to model your game after?
BJ: Ed Reed. I like how he’s aggressive and fast.
LAFM: Have you been to any camps at this point? If so, which ones?
BJ: No sir.
LAFM: Which colleges have you received offers from?
BJ: I have no college offers.
LAFM: Which schools stick out right now at the top of your list?
BJ: ULM and NSU. It’s close to home and with what I want to do in the future.
LAFM: What do you want to study?
BJ: I want to be in the secret service, so criminal justice.
LAFM: What are some goals you’ve set for next season, for yourself and for the team?
BJ: I’d like to win State. Going big.
LAFM: Which school is your favorite to play against, or which game gets you the most fired up each year?
BJ: It was West Monroe because it’s always a tough game, but Byrd. We’ve had trouble with Byrd for some reason every year I’ve been at Airline.
LAFM: What are some of the most memorable games or plays you’ve been a part of?
BJ: St. Thomas More game from the playoffs last year.
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