Kieran O'Connell Pre-Draft Presser

[acki]

1) Since you hail from the birthplace of golf, how is your game?

2) Where have you visited here that felt the most like home?

3) Any problems switching to fullback if asked?

4) Would you prefer to be the deep back on special teams or a blocker?

5) Which part of your game will you spend the most time trying to improve?

[Player1]

1)  Since you hail from the birthplace of golf, how is your game?

This is an important question to see how you'll handle all those long off-seasons in the losers circle!

[Sweetwater]

What made you choose your major?

Have you ever played any other positions?

If you had to choose one superhero to marry, who would it be?

Crust or no crust?

What makes you a top draft pick?

[:.Elite.:]

1. What makes you think you are the top RB in the draft?
2. Is there any other RB you think can challenge you for the best?
3. Will be a disappointment if youre not the first RB to get picked?
4. What is your best attribute amongst your skill set?
5. Do you want to be a bell cow or are you more of a specialty back?

[PigSnout]

1. How did you first find out about American football while living in Scottland?

2. You started playing football later in life than many of the other prospects. How do you think this will impact your future development?

3. Which NFL running back do you think your play style is most similar to?

4. Were there any particular players or teams you went against in college that presented a tough match up for you?

5. If you had to choose after retiring, would you rather be a coach or a GM?

[Lainncli]

Sorry I couldn't answer these before the draft (timezones!), so I'll do my best to get a round up done now. Sorry if I cut out a question from you.

1)  Since you hail from the birthplace of golf, how is your game?

Not too bad, better than my old man at least.

2)  Where have you visited here that felt the most like home?

Colorado, obviously.

3)  Any problems switching to fullback if asked?

No, not at all. Like I've said before, I'm willing to adapt to become the most complete team player possible.

4)  Would you prefer to be the deep back on special teams or a blocker?

I'm most comfortable taking on players with the ball in hand, so I'd prefer to play as a deep back but would certainly be willing to fulfill a role as a blocker.

5)  Which part of your game will you spend the most time trying to improve?

I'm looking first to work on my routes and my hands, as I feel this looks to be a hole my team has in an otherwise extremely talented RB group. Other than that, I'll keep going through the basics and see what my coaches assess.

What made you choose your major?

I've always had an interest in how things work, the process behind the machines we take for granted, and that led me down the rabbit hole into mechanics and engineering. If not for football, I'd probably be working on cars back in Glasgow.

Have you ever played any other positions?

No, although I've played out the slot a couple of times if that counts.

If you had to choose one superhero to marry, who would it be?

Wonder Woman's the whole package, aye? That said, if we're talking about Scarlett Johansson as Black Widow...

Crust or no crust?

Crust, who the fuck wastes food like that?

What is your best attribute amongst your skill set?

The power I bring onto the field. There are some RBs who can match me for strength, some who can match me for speed, but none can match me for both and that's a potent combination out the backfield.

Do you want to be a bell cow or are you more of a specialty back?

I always want to be the bell cow. We've got a talented group of RBs in Colorado, but I'm sure every one of them is with me on saying we're all fighting to take the lead in this team - And that competition can only make us stronger.

1. How did you first find out about American football while living in Scotland?

I stumbled across the NFL Red Zone on Sky Sports and become completely obsessed with the level of talent and athleticism on the screen. Playing rugby, I appreciated the physicality of the sport and made use of the internet to get into it as best I could from across the pond.

2. You started playing football later in life than many of the other prospects. How do you think this will impact your future development?

I've had four years to develop and come into my own, which I think showed in my last year of college. Obviously playing with Pitt was a steeper learning curve for me than for others coming out of high school programs, but I've made up on it and I'm ready for the next stage.

3. Which NFL running back do you think your play style is most similar to?

I'd see myself as similar to David Johnson, being an exciting physical running back who's also proved to be a a reliable option for his team in the aerial game.

4. Were there any particular players or teams you went against in college that presented a tough match up for you?

Virginia Tech and Clemson were always big games for us to go into, as we knew they had the capability to grind our run game to a halt if we weren't executing perfectly. Matches like that can really bring out the best in players, but it can also highlight those who weren't ready for the challenge. I knew going in to every match I had to make sure I wasn't going to be one of those players.

5. If you had to choose after retiring, would you rather be a coach or a GM?

Coach. I like the idea of being able to work with a new generation, to shape and mould players as a leader on the ground. For me, the role of GM is somewhat too detached.

[enigmatic]

@Lainncli update the OP with all your answers to make it easier for graders

Questions:

How do you feel about being drafted by the Yeti?

Do you feel you've been picked early/late/when you were supposed to?

Early thoughts on your teammates?

Thoughts on the team's management?

Excited that Luke Tiernan is now a teammate :lol: ?

[Lainncli]

@Lainncli update the OP with all your answers to make it easier for graders

If I have to....

How do you feel about being drafted by the Yeti?

Early thoughts on your teammates?

Thoughts on the team's management?

Brilliant, brilliant, brilliant. I've had a talk with my coaches, my new teammates, they're a great bunch and we've got far more talent than we deserve. We've got great diversity in our backfield, something of a blessing for our coaches, and it means that I'm promising nothing less than maximum efficiency when I get my touches. You know, I've spoken of my ability to lead and now's my chance to prove that on the football field.

Do you feel you've been picked early/late/when you were supposed to?

I had assurances from two separate GMs that I would be going between the third and the seventh. I have not spoken to them since, I don't know what happened there - Whether they were giving false promises, whether they were surprised at the talent still remaining in those rounds, maybe they got what they needed earlier. I honestly couldn't care less.

As it is, I've been thrown instead into a situation which most prospects could only dream of. In many ways, Colorado are the most complete team in this league and personally I'm sure they're certainly the most talented. If falling in the draft means I've the opportunity to be a part of that, then I'm happy.

Excited that Luke Tiernan is now a teammate :lol: ?

I am. Competition builds strength, it demands perfection and I know with Tiernan on my back I'll be providing that. For all I've said, he's damn good at what he does and, together with Tweed, I think we've got a set of backs who are the perfect compliment to one another. It's up to one of us to take the lead in that group and that's the next fight.

[BasedPooter]

Are you happy with where you went?

Did you have any clues or hunches that would be picked by the Yeti before the draft?

What will you buy with your first big paycheck?

Are you prepared for the rookie hazing that will occur?

Are you expecting a lot of playing time right off the bat?

[Lainncli]

Sorry for the wait on the reply!

Are you happy with where you went?

Aye, definitely. We've got an extremely talented roster, what appears to be a very competent front office and perhaps one of the best shots at the title.

Did you have any clues or hunches that would be picked by the Yeti before the draft?

No, so it was a pleasant surprise. I definitely think I got lucky.

What will you buy with your first big paycheck?

I'm not a flashy, big purchase kinda guy so at the moment I'm just sorting out training fees and looking for a house in the Denver area. Other than that, there are a few smaller things I might splash out on - A new guitar (looking at a Gibson Les Paul Axcess Stopbar), a high-end PC, maybe a neat watch and a nice suit. Things that'll add up, but nothing headlining.

Are you prepared for the rookie hazing that will occur?

No, not at all. If I was prepared, then it'd be disappointing to be honest.

Are you expecting a lot of playing time right off the bat?

We've got a top-level backfield with three players competing for one or two positions, so my best bet is to prove myself in pre-season. I know I've got the ability to be that RB1, to be the team's bell cow, but it's on my performances to prove that to the coaches.