*Joseph Petrongolo Pre-Draft/Get to know Presser

[Jo3fish5]

Hey guys I’m new here so ask me anything c:

-Joseph Petrongolo

Which NFL players do you hope to replicate with your career?

As an Eagles fan, I hope to be most like their Tight End, Zach Ertz. Ertz is an excellent pass catcher and blocker, as well as being a very hard worker and an extremely tough person. He is also a secure target for his quarterback, and rarely drops the ball when it goes his way.

What kind of TE do you want to be? Blocker, Split out receiver, or somewhere in between?

I would like to lean more towards the receiver kind of Tight End, catching passes and shrugging off defeneders. However, I'm also willing to be a blocker if that is what my team needs me to be.

Which teams have stood out to you so far in the process?

So far the two DSFL teams that have stood out to me the most are the Dallas Birddogs and the Myrtle Beach Buccaneers. Both teams have invited me into their organization to get a taste of what it would be like playing for them, both have helped me transition into the league, and both have shown me why they are such competitive teams in the league.

What does football mean to you?

Growing up in Atlantic City in a family with 4 brothers, football is family. Every Sunday during the season, we'd sit down in front of the TV and cheer on the Eagles, through good and bad. Football is also life to me now, and has taught me many different lessons, including dedication and work ethic, lessons I can take through my life long after my football career is over.

Which DSFL Team has the best branding based on your first impression?

The DSFL team that has the best branding based on my first impression is the Dallas Birddogs. They invited me into their organization right away and really showed me a nice competitive atmosphere which I like and I'm sure it will help me improve as a player.

What's the best ice cream flavour?

The best ice cream flavor is clearly Mint Chocolate Chip. It's epic combination of cool mint and bits of chocolate is simply unbeatable by any other less good ice cream flavor. And if anyone disagrees with this fact then they may have had one too many concussions on the field.

What's one thing you want scouts to know about you as they prepare for the coming draft?

I just want any scouts out there looking at this to know that if they give me a shot, I'll work as hard as I can to be a star player on the field and even if I fail in this aspect that I will still be a positive contribution to the team by being a positive player and role model off the field.

What are your thoughts on Offensive Linemen? Do you feel they deserve fair rubs?

I think the Offensive Line positions are some of the most underrated on the field. The things they do are often unseen because many people focus more on scoring plays and big gains. Without them, however, the quarterback would have no ability to pass the ball and make these nice big plays that we do see on highlight reels and other places like Sportscenter top 10. When was the last time you saw a great block in one of these highlight type compilations? Never. But I guarantee it that if you look at any one of these big plays, there is excellent, world class blocking going on, because otherwise the play wouldn't have been able to develop. You lineman out theremay not get much love from the average fan, but I will always respect what you do because without you, I would never have been able to catch any of my touchdown passes in college or high school.

What is your favourite brand of cereal?

Although I haven't eaten much of it recently because I'm trying to get my body in good shape for my hopefully long and illustrious career, my favorite cereal is most definitely Froot Loops. They have a great taste, not bland and boring like some other cereals, because there are 6 different flavors in the one cereal, one for each of the ring colors. They also don't get too soggy too quickly and even when they do get soggy, they are still a high quality cereal with a great taste. Some of my great family memories also have Froot Loops in them. I remember every morning as a kid sitting down before school started, eating my bowl of cereal with my father and brothers just talking about life and the world and our goals.

I know you like baseball, who’s your favorite team?

Yes, I am a big baseball fan. I actually used to play baseball as well when I was younger but I unfortunately had to give it up to focus more on football in college. My favorite professional team is the Philadelphia Phillies. This is also my dad's favorite team, which is why I chose them. I remember back when they won the world series in 2008 my household was ecstatic. We all went to the victory parade and had a great time. Even though they haven't been doing good as of late, I'm no Fairweather fan and look forward to the coming seasons.

Would you rather have a bunch of league records, or just one championship?

This is a tough question. Of course, I'd like to have both but if I could pick only one, I would choose to have a championship for my team. I am a team player after all, and winning a championship would be great even if I'm not necessarily the greatest player on the field.

Do you like cats or dogs better?

I am most definitely a dog person. I had many dogs during my childhood and they were much more loyal and loving than the cats I had as a child. I'm also slightly allergic to cats so dogs definitely got the advantage when I was growing up.

Any specific teams, you interested in?

Currently the two teams I am looking at to be the best fit for me are the Dallas Birddogs and the Myrtle Beach Buccaneers, leaning more towards the Birddogs. However, both have great organizations so I'd be content with either of them. I'd also like to get to know the other teams better, as they are somewhat of a mystery to me right now.

How do you like the NSFL so far?

So far I have only good things to say about the NSFL. The people involved with it have all been so nice to me and everyone is helping me navigate my journey through the organization. I would definitely recommend playing in this league to all my friends, if they have the time and patience for it.

Where do you hope to get drafted?

So far the team that I would most like to get drafted by is the Dallas Birddogs. They have a nice, positive, competitive atmosphere in the organization tht I fell would breed success in young players such as myself. The team the I would like to be drafted to the second best is th Myrtle Beach Buccaneers. I would also like to get to know more about the other teams in the DSFL, because right now the Birddogs and the Bucs are the only two teams that have reached out to me and seem like good organizations to be with.

What draft pick do you want to be?

I haven't really thought a lot about draft day yet. Of course I'd like to be drafted s high s possible, and am hoping for number one overall, but I know realistically that probably won't happen so I'm hoping that I am drafted in the second or third round.

Do you find your mother attractive?

Of course I find my mother attractive. She looks like me, and who wouldn't find me attractive?

Do you like Christmas trees?

Yes, I absolutely like Christmas trees. I have worked on a Christmas tree farm all my life. It's hard work but it has taught me great lessons about life, and the bank I made from it was pretty nice, although nothing compared to what I'm going to be earning soon s a player in the DSFL. Regardless of working on Christmas tree farm, Christmas is my favorite holiday because it's such a positive time of year and everyone is happy, so I like Christmas trees anyway, just maybe a little extra.

What's your favorite post workout meal?

My favorite post workout meal is anything chicken. Bonus points if it can be made quickly. Bonus bonus points if it can be pre-made. I also LOVE salmon, I'll eat that after workouts as well, or after anything really.

What do you think of Big "Snacks" Edd?

Big "Snacks" Edd seems like a great person and a great potential teammate. He definitely has a lot of spirit and is active in the organization, something I admire and strive to be like.

[YoungTB]

Which NFL players do you hope to replicate with your career?

[gucci]

What kind of TE do you want to be? Blocker, Split out receiver, or somewhere in between?

Which teams have stood out to you so far in the process?

[bex]

What does football mean to you?

Which DSFL Team has the best branding based on your first impression?

What's the best ice cream flavour?

What's one thing you want scouts to know about you as they prepare for the coming draft?

[Matty7478]

What are your thoughts on Offensive Linemen? Do you feel they deserve fair rubs?

What is your favourite brand of cereal?

[RainDelay]

I know you like baseball, who’s your favorite team?

Would you rather have a bunch of league records, or just one championship?

Do you like cats or dogs better?

[K Dot]

Any specific teams, you interested in?

[furiousPanda]

1) How do you like the NSFL so far?
2) Where do you hope to get drafted?
3) What draft pick do you want to be?
4) Do you find your mother attractive?
5) Do you like Christmas trees?
6) What's your favorite post workout meal?
7) What do you think of Big "Snacks" Edd?