*Bubba Thumper Postseason Presser

[woelkers]

What would you say was the highlight of your season?

Despite the fact it was a brutal loss, I think my personal highlight was the San Jose game, week thirteen. Nine tackles, three tackles for loss, a sack, I really felt like I did my part. That's the performance I'm most proud of, for sure.

What was the worst game of the season for you?

Week two's loss to the Chicago Butchers. I don't feel like I carried my weight, and we got slaughtered, so I feel like that's at least in part on me, you know?

How do you weigh an airplane?

I suppose I'd have to leave that to the experts. I don't know any more about flying than I have to.

Once I get to the NSFL will you play cb against me?

I don't have the speed or the hands to play at corner, but you line up in the backfield and we'll see how far you get.

What will be your offseason goals?

I think the key is going to be consistency. If I put in the work to get better as consistently during the offseason as I do during the season, I'll be in a good spot and so will the Yeti.

About how much tpe will you be able to reach at the start of next season?

I think I can get over 400, maybe even 450 if I'm lucky. It depends how much time I have to put in work.

What are your personal expectations for yourself going into next season?

I mean, the goal is mostly to get better. If I can perform a little better than I have before every time I step onto the field, this defense in Colorado can be scary good.

What do you expect Colorado to do next season? Is playoffs a realistic goal?

Honestly, yeah, playoffs are within reach. We plug in a few more pieces, particularly on defense, and I think we'll be in great shape to crack the playoffs at the very least.

Do you put your socks on first and then your shoes? Or one sock and one shoe at a time?

Both socks first. I'm a big guy, so my feet hurt a lot sometimes, so I have these special socks that help with that. I wear a pair of them basically all the time.

Would you rather fight one elephant sized Thudd or 10 Thudd sized Thudds?

I mean, in a perfect world, neither. Thudd Kassel is an absolute beast. But if I have to choose, fighting one Thudd, whatever size he may be, is better than fighting many Thudds.

You've now been through the draft and your first season. What is the thing you're most excited for next in your career?

I'm ready for this team to compete. I think you might see the Yeti hoisting the Ultimus trophy in not too long. That's what I dream of at night.

What is your favorite cereal?

Captain Crunch.

When do you foresee yourself catching Saba or RaiderNation in TPE?

I mean, listen, I work hard, and I'm glad the media recognizes that, but let's not discredit guys like Saba and Juice. They're putting in the same work I am, and I respect that. If people see me as the better player at the end of the day, that's extremely flattering, but if not, I'm happy to even be classed with them.

Do you plan on starting a rival news crew to S18 Sports Center or making a guest appearance perhaps?

I love the work that that team puts out, so I'd never dream of trying to compete with them. But I know some people from my time at the University of Tennessee who might be interested in being part of that group, so if they're interested in more voices, they know who to call.

What is your proudest moment from this season?

My proudest individual moment is probably sacking Cooter Bigsby. Yellowknife has been excellent all season, and to contribute in that way to a tight win? That is an unbelievable rush.

Do you have any pregame rituals and if so, what are they?

People who know me know I'm a foodie, but I find I can't really keep food down on game day. So my pregame thing is preparing a meal for postgame. I like to make sure I have something good to come home to after a game, especially given how hungry I normally am by then.