NFL Draft Reporter

A couple weeks ago I had the opportunity to go to the NFL Draft in Nashville, Tennessee! I was the Fuel Up to Play 60 Student Reporter, and got to go on the red carpet and interview some of the draftees! It was truly an unbelievable experience getting to stand alongside other reporters and meet some of the greatest college football players. Getting to ask these players questions on one of their most memorable nights was something that I never thought I would get to do.

Not only was I able to ask pre-draft questions on the Red Carpet, but I also got to ask post-draft questions in the press conference room! I totally felt like a real reporter! Throughout the day, I got to ask several different questions and it was so fun hearing their answers! One of my favorite moments from the night was when I asked DK Metcalf if he was wearing a pink tie due to loving strawberry milk so much! Little did I know that on the inside of his suit jacket were pictures of strawberries, milk, and a lightning bolt! How cool!!

It still feels like a dream, and I’m so grateful that this program has allowed me to do such amazing things! What a fun way to learn that Daniel Jones’ favorite fruit is Mango and Noah Fant’s go-to healthy snack is celery and ranch! Thank you Fuel Up to Play 60 for this unforgettable opportunity!

Miranda
Youth Council Leader
West Virginia
12th Grade