Steelers Universe Interview with Rice University Safety Paul Porras

Steelers Universe Interview with Rice University Safety Paul Porras



I had the time to ask Paul a few questions as he prepares for his Pro Day and the 2014 NFL Draft. He was kind enough to share a little about himself.


SU: Paul, Tell us what your are doing to prepare for the upcoming draft. Where are you training and what is your routine.

PP: I'm training at CES Performance in Houston, Texas. Resistance training is one of the main focuses at CES. I train daily on combine specific drills and being more explosive.

SU: Tell us what attributes you possess that will an asset to whatever team drafts you.

PP: I'm a fast learner, a team player, a leader, I have a high football IQ, I'm optimistic, and I'm durable.

SU: Paul, who was the player that you idolized growing up and what player do you feel like can be compared to?

PP: Terrell Davis was my favorite player growing up. I like to pattern myself after versatile safeties, and John Lynch is one that I always admired.

SU: What is your greatest on-field memory or moment at Rice?

PP: Starting my first career college football game against UTEP my redshirt freshman year. I had 13 tackles and no one caught a pass on me.

SU: What is the off field accomplishment that you are most proud of?

PP: Being named to the Capital One Academic All District Team this past season.

SU: TD celebration...yes or no?

PP: Of course!

SU: Who is the current NFL Quarterback that you would love to sack or intercept?

PP: Cam Newton

SU: What is the best 40 you have ever ran?

PP: 4.56

SU: A couple of personal questions. What is something about Paul Porras that most people don't know?

PP: I'm an Eagle Scout

SU: If I took your IPOD, what would I find on it?

PP: Pretty much every genre of music. Rap, R&B, Dubstep, Country, Rock & Roll, Alternative.


Paul, on behalf of Steelers Universe, we want to thank you for your time and consideration. Good luck in your preparations, and we will be following your progress

nice Job Perry , thanks for taking the time in your very busy schedule

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=57iLWnc3bOA


http://www.riceowls.com/sports/m-foo...as_442103.html

Great interview Perry!! Thanks for taking the time.

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Also, I don't mean to steal your thunder by any means Perry, but our very own Chidi29 interviewed him a few days ago too for steelers depot: http://www.steelersdepot.com/2014/02/interview-with-rice-safety-paul-porras/

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Great interview Perry!! Thanks for taking the time.

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Also, I don't mean to steal your thunder by any means Perry, but our very own Chidi29 interviewed him a few days ago too for steelers depot: http://www.steelersdepot.com/2014/02...y-paul-porras/

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that's Why Alex did not link his interview here , he knew Perry was also going to do one on Paul

Pauls Dad had a 17 year pro career including the USFL ,Arena league , NFL and CFL , University of Washington QB

Gaines having a big combine will certainly garner more looks at Rices pro day , that could spell big rewards for Porras

Great Job Perry, greatly appreciated!!

I am talking in DM with Porras now on twitter , he tells me Gaines is something special " the real deal " if a team is looking for a press man CB

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I am talking in DM with Porras now on twitter , he tells me Gaines is something special " the real deal " if a team is looking for a press man CB

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Gaines is probably a mid-third round pick. I would do back flips if we got a CB in the first and Gaines was still on the board at the end of the third!!!

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Gaines is probably a mid-third round pick. I would do back flips if we got a CB in the first and Gaines was still on the board at the end of the third!!!

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I did not realize until today Gaines only gave up 13 catches all of 2013 , targeted 40 times 13 pass def and 4 picks ...pretty impressive numbers and very high praise from Paul

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I did not realize until today Gaines only gave up 13 catches all of 2013 , targeted 40 times 13 pass def and 4 picks ...pretty impressive numbers and very high praise from Paul

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One of those players that could be a draft day riser and end up drafted in the 2nd.

if you enjoyed Perry's interview of Porras and have already read chidi's as well and want to learn more he had an talk radio interview today and it can be found here http://www.profootballcentral.com/20...y-paul-porras/

the guys at draftbreakdown put this up per request , cant give those guys enough credit , very good at what they do Porras with a forced fumble and a INT in this bowl game

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8CNZMVepDQo

Talk to Paul almost daily on twitter , sent me this couple days back ....

Killed it today at my Toronto tryout! Ran a 4.59 40 did a 4.15 short shuttle. 9'8 broad and shut it down in 1 on 1s!
Knocked a dude over twice in one route lol Also had 2 picks!
Ps I'm weighing 207 right now
RiceFootball ‏@RiceFootball1 4h Four Owls named to @NFFNetwork's Hampshire Honor Society | http://ow.ly/widE5

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Originally Posted by Dwinsgames

Talk to Paul almost daily on twitter , sent me this couple days back ....

Killed it today at my Toronto tryout! Ran a 4.59 40 did a 4.15 short shuttle. 9'8 broad and shut it down in 1 on 1s!
Knocked a dude over twice in one route lol Also had 2 picks!
Ps I'm weighing 207 right now
RiceFootball ‏@RiceFootball1 4h Four Owls named to @NFFNetwork's Hampshire Honor Society | http://ow.ly/widE5

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dont really care for combine numbers much but a 4.59 40 and a 9'8'' broad jump is hardly "killing it"

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dont really care for combine numbers much but a 4.59 40 and a 9'8'' broad jump is hardly "killing it"

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I think you have to keep in mind what was expected for him to do.

I still think Porras will be a UDFA. I would be glad to see us sign the young man.

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Originally Posted by Psycho Ward 86

dont really care for combine numbers much but a 4.59 40 and a 9'8'' broad jump is hardly "killing it"

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wasn't combine numbers was a workout with the Toronto Argonauts , proday results he had a 4.68 -40 so a 4.59 is killing it in comparison ( you have to remember this was part of a private conversation where both parties knew the prior numbers ) and the " killed it " was in reference to the body of work ... no passes completed on him in the 1 on 1's and he had 2 picks ...


oh and 4.59 is basically equal to what Calvin Pryor ran at the combine ( 4.58 ) and Porras had a better broad jump by several inches than Pryor ... so when Pryor is considered a first round Pick and Porras a Priority free agent , so large difference in value and risk yet get similar athletic ability ...

looking at it that way he certainly IMO killed it

Has a scheduled workout with the Denver Broncos