Transcript provided by the San Francisco 49ers Communications staff.
I was wondering what the 49ers have told you about what your role might be with them? You seem to have some potential versatility as far as playing in the defensive backfield.
"Yes, sir. I've talked to them about me playing nickel and outside. I'm ready wherever the coaches need me."
What does it feel like just knowing you're going to stay on the West Coast? You're a LA guy who went up to Oregon, and now you're going to the Bay in between.
"It feels good. The feeling is so surreal just being able to be drafted and hear your name called on live television. The feeling is just great."
The 49ers have spoken about the possibility of former 49ers CB Richard Sherman returning. I'm sure you're familiar with how he plays. What would it mean to be on the same roster as him?
"It is actually a great feeling and that's like one of my close family members. Being able to play with him and just learn the ropes from an older guy, it's just a blessing."
Can you explain the relationship between you and Richard Sherman?
"He's just a close friend of the family. We just say we are family members, but he is just a close friend. Him and my coach went to school together and they have been best friends ever since. I've become super close with my coach from my high school, so we were all close together."
On the background of your twitter profile are hyenas. Is that part of the mentality you have when you're on the field?
"Yeah. I just take the game as it is, a kill or be killed. Whenever you step on that field, you are either going to be a hyena or you are going to be the prey. So in other words, I'm the hyena."
What's the name of your high school coach that you're close to? Then, I want to know some tips Richard Sherman told you about playing in the NFL.
"D'Vah Thomas is my high school coach's name. What Richard Sherman basically told me is, at the end of the day, it's just football. Just, you got to slow the game down and lock into your keys and you'll be able to make plays."
More San Francisco 49ers News
-
49ers mailbag: What do the 49ers have left in the tank for the last four games? Will SF bring back Robert Saleh? Can Brock Purdy beat good teams?
It's always a big week when the San Francisco 49ers play the Los Angeles Rams. In 2021, the rivalry became even bigger when the 49ers had to win in the season's final week, in Los Angeles, to make it into the playoffs. On Thursday night, the 49ers must win again to keep their... -
49ers vs. Rams injury updates: Ji'Ayir Brown questionable to return
The San Francisco 49ers entered Thursday night's NFC West showdown against the Los Angeles Rams without key players, most notably left tackle Trent Williams, who is sidelined for the fourth straight game with an ankle injury. On defense, standout rookie safety Malik Mustapha... -
Kyle Shanahan reflects on 49ers' Week 15 loss vs. Rams, provides De'Vondre Campbell update
San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan spoke with reporters during a conference call on Friday, the day after the team's 12-6 loss to the Los Angeles Rams. Here's everything he said. Transcript provided by the San Francisco 49ers Communications staff. Opening... -
49ers vs. Bears final injury report: Williams won't play, Bosa doubtful
The San Francisco 49ers are preparing for their Week 14 contest against the Chicago Bears on Sunday at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California. Both teams have released their official injury reports, which are provided below. San Francisco 49ers Out LB Dre Greenlaw...