2025 NFL Draft Prospect Interview: Max McLeod, WR, Colorado School of Mines

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Meet Max McLeod, a standout WR from the Colorado School of Mines, ready to make an impact in the 2025 NFL Draft.
  • Name: Max McLeod
  • Position: WR
  • College: Colorado School of Mines
  • Height: 6013
  • Weight: 198
  • Twitter: @mmcleod_22
  • Instagram: max_mcleod

What makes you a top prospect at your position in the 2025 NFL Draft?

Above all else, I am a competitor. I believe I am a versatile playmaker with sure hands, quickness and the ability to create separation. My substantial game experience has developed a high football IQ and the ability to rapidly adjust to any situation during a game.

What is one thing that NFL teams should know about you?

I will do anything to help the team win. I strive to be a great teammate and will always work as hard as I can to help the team achieve our goals. I am a coachable player and am always looking to learn and make myself better.

If you could donate to one cause in the world, what would it be?

The cause I would donate to would be Peace Crops, which helps third-world and underdeveloped countries. A good friend of mine is currently volunteering for the crops in Kenya and he is doing great things.

Who was your role model?

I would say that I have had many role models. The receiver room at Mines is known for developing great football players as well as great men. In my early years at school I had upperclassmen and leaders who really impacted my development and showed me the right way to do things. They instilled a culture of hard work and being genuine men.

Who is your favorite NFL team?

Seattle Seahawks

Who is the most underrated teammate at your school?

The most underrated teammate at my school is our long snapper Josh Wojciechowicz. Long snapper is one of the most essential positions in football and they usually go unnoticed. Josh did his job each and every time he stepped on the field and he was one of the best to do it in the country. This guy would come in and work hard every day to perfect his craft and is always looking to get better. 

What is your biggest pet peeve?

going to do. 

Who is your favorite teacher ever?

My favorite professor ever was at Mines. He taught a majority of my higher-level mechanical engineering classes. He was an athlete in college as well so he was very understanding and just relatable. 

Overcoming adversity is what defines character, what was the hardest moment in your life to overcome?

The most adverse time in my life was my first semester at Mines. The combination of rigorous academics, athletics, and being away from home for the first time made it very challenging. That first semester was my worst semester while at school and it took a lot for me to adjust and learn how to be successful and eventually strive in that environment. 

If you could have any franchise restaurant in your house what would it be?

I would have a Jimmy Johns or a Jersey Mikes, I love a nice sub sandwich. 

What is your favorite snack food?

Some Doritos always hit the spot.  

What is your degree in?

I have two degrees, my undergraduate degree is in Mechanical Engineering and my master’s degree is Engineering and Technology Management.

If you could have dinner with three people dead or alive, who would it be and why?

  • Steve Largent; A Seahawk legend, would love to pick his brain on his approach to the game.
  • Isaac Newton is one of the most influential in the world of science and engineering.
  • Michelangelo; His sculptures and artwork would be interesting to learn about.  

What is your biggest weakness?

The pressure that I bring upon myself. I often discredit my accomplishments and am not satisfied with my efforts. Good isn’t good enough. 

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