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Player Spotlight: DE Martail Burnett, Utah
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Written by Josh Buchanan
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Monday, 24 March 2008 17:03
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Josh Buchanan speaks with former Utah defensive end Martail Burnett, who last season led the Utes with his seven sacks and 15 tackles for a loss. The big fella recorded 50 tackles in total and even came waway with an interception.
What are your current measurables such as height, weight, 40, and bench reps?
Martail: 6'2", 258, 4.72
Why did you choose Utah coming out of high school?
Martail: Great place and great coaches.
How did your pro day go?
Martail: Really well.
Do you have any private workouts set up?
Martail: Not yet, but I've been working out on my own at the Utah facilites.
What do you feel are your biggest strengths on the field?
Martail: Great awareness and instinct
What are your biggest weaknesses on the field?
Martail: Give everything I have on every play.
Did you feel snubbed by not getting an invite to the combine?
Martail: Yes, but it gave me more time to prepare for pro day.
What do you feel you bring to a team?
Martail: Leadership, intensity, great athleticism...I'm a team player.
What do you feel is the toughest thing about playing defensive line?
Martail: Reading formations from a three-point stance.
Do you have any players on your team who you feel will be NFL prospects next year?
Martail: Sylvester Stevenson and Darrell Mack.
Do you have any expectations on draft day such as a round or team?
Martail: I would like to be drafted in the third or fourth round, but I would welcome the opportunity to be drafted in any round and get a chance to continue my football career.
What are your future goals outside of playing in the NFL?
Martail: Work with the youth, speak and counsel them. I would love to coach or announce as well.
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