2025 NFL Draft Prospect Interview: Layne Pryor, TE, University of Northern Iowa

Football

What made you decide you wanted to be a football player?

I wanted to do something worthwhile to make my family proud and I love the physical aspect of the game.

What are your favorite moments from your football life?

Playing against Nebraska in Memorial stadium at night.

What are you looking to achieve as a football player going forward?

I want to make a name for myself in the NFL and maximize my potential.

If you could hang out with any football player past or present for a day, who and why?

George Kittle, I was an Iowa fan growing up so I always liked him and he seems like a really cool guy.

Which one of your family members inspires you the most and why?

My older brother Wyatt, he taught me what it’s like to have a great workout ethic and to never quit.

What is your favorite offensive scheme and why?

Duo, it’s the best run play you could ever have if ran correctly it’s the only play you need.

What should we know about Layne Pryor the person?

I’m a family 1st type of guy and I will never allow myself to be outworked.

What stands out about your film the most?

My physicality and blocking ability.

How do you handle challenges both in life and on the football field?

I lean on my faith, and that is of my lord and savior Jesus Christ.

What would a team get in a player like you?

Someone who is the ultimate team player and will always do what is best for the team and someone who will lead by example with my work ethic.

What do you love the most about the game of football?

The physical nature of it and also how much of a team sport it is.

Who is the most underrated player you’ve played with and why?

Sam Schnee, was our #1 WR last year. Any ball you through to him he’d catch and his route running was on another level.

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