Mike McNoodle Gives Press Conference

[TheLoopster]

1) What single skill do you think sets you apart from other prospects?

I always, always know where my man is and the quickest way to bring him down. I can't even remember the last time I lost track of my man. If you gave a somebody a football and put him inside of a shopping mall or something, I could sniff him out like a bloodhound. If you're my assignment or you've got the ball in your hands, you know right away that I'm coming barreling for your ass.

2) How did playing under Harbaugh, a veteran in college and pro football coaching, prepare you to transition to the NFL?

Coach Harbaugh is a wild dude, and I'm not exaggerating at all. He pushes you, because that man does not tolerate weakness. I got caught slacking off in drills my freshman year, and he made me go to the supermarket six miles away to get his groceries and then come back - on foot. It was hell, because that dude gets like six gallons of milk whenever he grocery shops. To be frank, I owe most of my discipline, work ethic, and technical ability to him and his refusal to let me reach anything less than my full ability.

3) Have any teams shown interest in you yet?

None specifically, but I can't imagine my tape has gone unnoticed.

4) What are some things you like to do off the football field?

I take a lot of long walks, because there's nothing that can beat the beauty of a peaceful trail. I play jazz trombone (though not all that well, hah.) My professors at UMich really fostered a love of history that I've had since I was a kid, so a lot of the time I might head to a museum or get to reading a good history book. Nothing too ultra-academic though, since I'm still getting flashbacks from my senior thesis. And also, (and I know it sounds sorta stereotypical) I try to put in time at the soup kitchen when I get the chance. Not all people are lucky enough to be an NSFL prospect.

5) Who was your favorite player growing up?

I never played WR, but as a Lions fan, Calvin Johnson was electric. You couldn't bring the dude down, he wasn't human. I'd kill for a chance go back in time and play against Megatron.