The Portland Pythons announced on Twitter today that they had been awarded runningback Borro Gore from the waiver wire. Portland was an early favorite to land Borro, after rumors circulated that Borro had his eyes set on joining their team for the upcoming season. Borro will join a talented offense that was searching for a long term starter at the position. Borro is expected to join the team before their first game of the season this Thursday.
Our DSFL reporter Tina Kringleberry reached out to Borro today and he made himself available for an exclusive interview where we talks about his new team and the upcoming season. Check it out.
TK: Thanks for taking the time to chat today! It must be a whirlwind kind of day for you.
BG: Yeah, big time, everything happened really quickly. But I'm honestly just so excited to be joining Portland. Their GM was one of the first people to reach out to me when I entered the league, so I couldn't imagine a better outcome.
TK: There were a lot of sources saying Portland was your number one destination spot, is that true?
BG: Yeah, that's definitely true. I think teams know that I would want to be the feature back, so that immediately eliminated a few teams. They have some really good pieces on both sides of the ball, but they didn't have that go-to runningback that they could rely on all season, at least in my eyes. I thought I could fill that role. I just felt like the current roster Portland has was a perfect spot for me to land. I feel blessed they felt the same way. It's good to be wanted back, you know?
TK: Definitely. Can you talk a little bit about some of the guys you're excited to play with in Portland?
BG: I've got to start with Austin Roenick. That guys a beast, I can't wait to meet him. That's going to be my quarterback, so I suspect we'll be getting to know each other pretty quickly. I think a lot of teams slept on him in the draft, he's going to be the real deal. We've got a lot of weapons for him to work with, too. Glenn McPoyal, Blessed Storm, and Dwayne Aaron are all monsters, they'll all make Roenick's job a little easier I'm sure. I'm just excited to get out there and join this group, I really do think the talent is there to bring home the Ultimini this season, and I know that's what we all have in mind.
TK: What about guys on the other side of the ball? How important is it for you to be able to practice against a strong defense every day?
BG: Yeah I can't leave out those guys on defense. Going against a defense like Portland has is going to be awesome. They have talent on all three levels, and I always say, "iron sharpens iron". There's no better way in the world to improve than to compete against the best on a regular basis, so I feel lucky I get to compete with these guys every day. Obviously Norman Bagwell is a guy that jumps out. He was our first round pick, and for good reason. That dude is huge! I haven't met him in person yet, but when I see him on tape he looks like he's playing against the JV team out there. He's strong as hell too, I'm going to try and workout with him whenever I can and get some of that strength for myself. Alexander Barclay and Frank Pettigrove are rock solid players. I think Bobby Ruckus has a chance to surprise some people this season at the safety spot, he's going to be an anchor in our secondary. Vernon Collins down there on the d-line will be a nasty combination with Bagwell. Then you have our corners, Alexander Barclay and the up and comer Egan Winter, I think they both have future lockdown potential. It's going to be fun to be able to watch them when I'm not on the field.
TK: It seems like you're pretty familiar with the guys on the team, have you had a chance to meet any of them yet?
BG: None of them in person, I don't think. I may have played a game in college against some of them, but never had a chance to talk with any of them in person. From what I hear, they're all good dudes and are all big team guys, so I'm looking forward to meeting them all.
TK: Are there any teams or players in particular you're looking forward to playing against?
BG: Tijuana, no question.
TK: Why is that?
BG: Elvin Enchant and Brian Mills. I consider those two guys probably the best linebacker combo in the DSFL. Elvin already welcomed me to the league with a little trash talk on Twitter, so going against them should be fun. They're both fast, strong, and smart players, so going up against them will be a great challenge and opportunity to compete at a high level. Then on the other side of the ball they have Lil' Bot who's been generating a lot of hype. He's got a little more experience under his belt than I do, but I love going against teams and trying to prove I'm the best back in the game. I'm always looking for ways to test myself, and I have no doubt Tijuana is going to be a big test for both our team and myself personally.
TK: Final question before I let you go, what are your expectations for the season?
BG: Easy, Ultimini. Anything less would be a disappointment, honestly. I want to win more than anything else. If we're winning games, then I know I'm doing alright as a player. It kind of works itself out that way. Big stats are sexy and might help my draft stock, but I don't really care what round I'm drafted in. I'm confident in myself as a player and know I'll succeed in this league because of my winning mindset. I'll do anything for the team, and at the end of the day I think scouts and GMs will appreciate that more than if I rack up stats in garbage time.
TK: It sounds like a lot of teams would be lucky to have you. I'm going to let you go, Borro. Thank you so much for the time and good luck this season.
BG: Thanks Tina!
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Our DSFL reporter Tina Kringleberry reached out to Borro today and he made himself available for an exclusive interview where we talks about his new team and the upcoming season. Check it out.
TK: Thanks for taking the time to chat today! It must be a whirlwind kind of day for you.
BG: Yeah, big time, everything happened really quickly. But I'm honestly just so excited to be joining Portland. Their GM was one of the first people to reach out to me when I entered the league, so I couldn't imagine a better outcome.
TK: There were a lot of sources saying Portland was your number one destination spot, is that true?
BG: Yeah, that's definitely true. I think teams know that I would want to be the feature back, so that immediately eliminated a few teams. They have some really good pieces on both sides of the ball, but they didn't have that go-to runningback that they could rely on all season, at least in my eyes. I thought I could fill that role. I just felt like the current roster Portland has was a perfect spot for me to land. I feel blessed they felt the same way. It's good to be wanted back, you know?
TK: Definitely. Can you talk a little bit about some of the guys you're excited to play with in Portland?
BG: I've got to start with Austin Roenick. That guys a beast, I can't wait to meet him. That's going to be my quarterback, so I suspect we'll be getting to know each other pretty quickly. I think a lot of teams slept on him in the draft, he's going to be the real deal. We've got a lot of weapons for him to work with, too. Glenn McPoyal, Blessed Storm, and Dwayne Aaron are all monsters, they'll all make Roenick's job a little easier I'm sure. I'm just excited to get out there and join this group, I really do think the talent is there to bring home the Ultimini this season, and I know that's what we all have in mind.
TK: What about guys on the other side of the ball? How important is it for you to be able to practice against a strong defense every day?
BG: Yeah I can't leave out those guys on defense. Going against a defense like Portland has is going to be awesome. They have talent on all three levels, and I always say, "iron sharpens iron". There's no better way in the world to improve than to compete against the best on a regular basis, so I feel lucky I get to compete with these guys every day. Obviously Norman Bagwell is a guy that jumps out. He was our first round pick, and for good reason. That dude is huge! I haven't met him in person yet, but when I see him on tape he looks like he's playing against the JV team out there. He's strong as hell too, I'm going to try and workout with him whenever I can and get some of that strength for myself. Alexander Barclay and Frank Pettigrove are rock solid players. I think Bobby Ruckus has a chance to surprise some people this season at the safety spot, he's going to be an anchor in our secondary. Vernon Collins down there on the d-line will be a nasty combination with Bagwell. Then you have our corners, Alexander Barclay and the up and comer Egan Winter, I think they both have future lockdown potential. It's going to be fun to be able to watch them when I'm not on the field.
TK: It seems like you're pretty familiar with the guys on the team, have you had a chance to meet any of them yet?
BG: None of them in person, I don't think. I may have played a game in college against some of them, but never had a chance to talk with any of them in person. From what I hear, they're all good dudes and are all big team guys, so I'm looking forward to meeting them all.
TK: Are there any teams or players in particular you're looking forward to playing against?
BG: Tijuana, no question.
TK: Why is that?
BG: Elvin Enchant and Brian Mills. I consider those two guys probably the best linebacker combo in the DSFL. Elvin already welcomed me to the league with a little trash talk on Twitter, so going against them should be fun. They're both fast, strong, and smart players, so going up against them will be a great challenge and opportunity to compete at a high level. Then on the other side of the ball they have Lil' Bot who's been generating a lot of hype. He's got a little more experience under his belt than I do, but I love going against teams and trying to prove I'm the best back in the game. I'm always looking for ways to test myself, and I have no doubt Tijuana is going to be a big test for both our team and myself personally.
TK: Final question before I let you go, what are your expectations for the season?
BG: Easy, Ultimini. Anything less would be a disappointment, honestly. I want to win more than anything else. If we're winning games, then I know I'm doing alright as a player. It kind of works itself out that way. Big stats are sexy and might help my draft stock, but I don't really care what round I'm drafted in. I'm confident in myself as a player and know I'll succeed in this league because of my winning mindset. I'll do anything for the team, and at the end of the day I think scouts and GMs will appreciate that more than if I rack up stats in garbage time.
TK: It sounds like a lot of teams would be lucky to have you. I'm going to let you go, Borro. Thank you so much for the time and good luck this season.
BG: Thanks Tina!
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