Round 5
February 17 2008
Question from
Sally: For the combine, are you working
more on your lifting or on speed?
Trevor's Answer: Both actually. We have really been working on getting my bench up so I can get 30+ reps at the combine. On the flip side, I want to make sure I stay fast and quick to I can run a 40 around 5 seconds or under. I need to be strong, but not lose my speed. That's my game, so that's what I'm concentrating on and making sure nothing is compromised.
Question from Alicia: Have you started to be contacted by interested NFL teams? I don't know how that process starts, or if/when you'll be doing workouts for specific teams. I'm hoping you'll be coming out to the Northwest (Seahawks) so I have a reason to cheer for them, and possibly see you play.
Trevor's Answer: Thanks Alicia! Well, outside of the Senior Bowl, there hasn't been much contact with NFL teams. They mainly leave you alone because they know they'll be all over us at the combine. The combine will be constant meetings with NFL coaches and scouts...so they'll get to know me plenty well.
Question from Nick H: First of all i want to thank you for being a bright spot in a dark season for ND. I also appreciate your courage in coming back to a young and inexperienced team, when you could have just taken the easy way out. You are truly a ND man. My question, however, is what do you see in the young team that we have next year that makes you optimistic for our future?
Trevor's Answer: Hey Nick, thanks man, I appreciate the good words. To your question, there are so many good things about ND to be excited about in the coming years. First off, look at the recruiting class we just got...top 5 in the nation! Can't beat that! I've said this before, but every single player on that team is hungry. Hungry to prove people wrong and show them that ND is back and won't stand for another season like we had last year. They will definitely surprise some people next year.
Question from Juliet: What up Trevor? Just thought I'd drop in and tell you I'm prepared for total domination in the combine, and I can't wait to see what you bring to the NFL! However speaking of stepping up...you going to see Step Up 2? Cuz I think you, Steph, me and Tommy Z should all go see it together...lol, just throwing it out there,
that is if he's single...you know anything on this matter?
Trevor's Answer: Haha...now that's good stuff. You know, I'm pretty sure Tommy is single, but not so sure if he wants to see Step Up 2...ya just never know though. Unfortunately he doesn't have a website so we don't know for sure!! Great question though...I'll be sure to tell Tommy he has some admirers.
Question from Larry C: Got it, Love it, Going to frame it tomorrow and hang it in my 10 year olds room, he is a HUGE ND FAN! Attached is a picture of 2 of Trevor’s fans (at the ND/UCLA game) and the proud owner of his practice jersey. We hope the Bears draft him.
Trevor's Answer: That is so great. That is what makes this all worthwhile. Thanks so much for the email. I really hope you enjoy the jersey and tell your son GO IRISH for me!!! Here is the picture he sent...
Question from Eric: After going to Notre Dame, do you feel even more connected to the blue and gold legacy than you previously did? My dad instilled a crazy sense of pride in Notre Dame, and I can't imagine how awesome it must have felt walking out of that tunnel and slapping that sign every Saturday. What was it like?
Trevor's Answer: Oh man, it's truly unbelievable. It's one of the best feelings in my life to come busting out of that tunnel to start a game. Hearing the crowd, no, feeling the crowd, the band, running out onto the field, pointing up to my family...man, it's crazy. Gives me goosebumps just thinking about it. It's pretty amazing. I highly recommend it! I will always be strongly connected to the Irish for my 5 years there and what they meant to me...I have tremendous pride in wearing that gold helmet and it's not something I'll ever forget.
Question from Tyler B: Trevor what team would you like to go to or if u dont know what round u think your going to be drafted in?
Trevor's Answer: I really don't know what round yet, but obviously the higher the better. Getting into Round 2 would be unreal and beyond anything I could imagine. As far as what team...doesn't really matter man. Just want to get drafted by a team that wants and needs my talents.
Question from Peter: In order to make the playoffs this year, the Browns need a strong defensive end that has 3-4 experience who can stop the run well. You don't know anyone in the upcoming draft that might fit these requirements would you?
Trevor's Answer: Haha....hmmmmm...I might have to think about that one....nah, I would love to be a part of the Browns, or any team where I could contribute. I think my more natural position is inside in a 4-3, but obviously can play DE in a 3-4 if that's what the team needs!
Question from Meghan: A couple of friends and I were wondering if you have a fanmail address or something like that??
Trevor's Answer: Hey Meghan...you got it!!! This is the best way to contact me right now...by using the contact page. Perhaps in the future we'll add a fanclub or something, but right now the contact page is it!!! Welcome and keep coming back!
Question from Chris Delmedico: Hey Trev...i was wondering if making the transitions from high school to college and now from college to the next level has been easier than others because of the love and support you have from a great family and friends? Also, do you feel you have a conditioning advantage on other players from chasing your buddies around the frisbee field for all those years?
Trevor's Answer: Haha, that's a sweet question. Obviously having great family and friends has really helped me succeed in not only sports, but also life in general. Without that, I can't imagine being truly motivated. Throwing the bee around all those years for sure helped me with my speed and agility...I mean, that was some tough competition! ULTIMATE!!!!!!!
Question from Tim S: I'm wanting to know if it is feasible for you to sell me a ND Skull cap. I'm willing to purchase as many as it takes. I can't find them anywhere!!!
Trevor's Answer: Well unfortunately, I don't have any of those to sell right now man, but if I do, I'll for sure put them on this site and you can snag one. Keep checking back and we'll check on our end!
Trevor's Answer: Both actually. We have really been working on getting my bench up so I can get 30+ reps at the combine. On the flip side, I want to make sure I stay fast and quick to I can run a 40 around 5 seconds or under. I need to be strong, but not lose my speed. That's my game, so that's what I'm concentrating on and making sure nothing is compromised.
Question from Alicia: Have you started to be contacted by interested NFL teams? I don't know how that process starts, or if/when you'll be doing workouts for specific teams. I'm hoping you'll be coming out to the Northwest (Seahawks) so I have a reason to cheer for them, and possibly see you play.
Trevor's Answer: Thanks Alicia! Well, outside of the Senior Bowl, there hasn't been much contact with NFL teams. They mainly leave you alone because they know they'll be all over us at the combine. The combine will be constant meetings with NFL coaches and scouts...so they'll get to know me plenty well.
Question from Nick H: First of all i want to thank you for being a bright spot in a dark season for ND. I also appreciate your courage in coming back to a young and inexperienced team, when you could have just taken the easy way out. You are truly a ND man. My question, however, is what do you see in the young team that we have next year that makes you optimistic for our future?
Trevor's Answer: Hey Nick, thanks man, I appreciate the good words. To your question, there are so many good things about ND to be excited about in the coming years. First off, look at the recruiting class we just got...top 5 in the nation! Can't beat that! I've said this before, but every single player on that team is hungry. Hungry to prove people wrong and show them that ND is back and won't stand for another season like we had last year. They will definitely surprise some people next year.
Question from Juliet: What up Trevor? Just thought I'd drop in and tell you I'm prepared for total domination in the combine, and I can't wait to see what you bring to the NFL! However speaking of stepping up...you going to see Step Up 2? Cuz I think you, Steph, me and Tommy Z should all go see it together...lol, just throwing it out there,
that is if he's single...you know anything on this matter?
Trevor's Answer: Haha...now that's good stuff. You know, I'm pretty sure Tommy is single, but not so sure if he wants to see Step Up 2...ya just never know though. Unfortunately he doesn't have a website so we don't know for sure!! Great question though...I'll be sure to tell Tommy he has some admirers.
Question from Larry C: Got it, Love it, Going to frame it tomorrow and hang it in my 10 year olds room, he is a HUGE ND FAN! Attached is a picture of 2 of Trevor’s fans (at the ND/UCLA game) and the proud owner of his practice jersey. We hope the Bears draft him.
Trevor's Answer: That is so great. That is what makes this all worthwhile. Thanks so much for the email. I really hope you enjoy the jersey and tell your son GO IRISH for me!!! Here is the picture he sent...
Question from Eric: After going to Notre Dame, do you feel even more connected to the blue and gold legacy than you previously did? My dad instilled a crazy sense of pride in Notre Dame, and I can't imagine how awesome it must have felt walking out of that tunnel and slapping that sign every Saturday. What was it like?
Trevor's Answer: Oh man, it's truly unbelievable. It's one of the best feelings in my life to come busting out of that tunnel to start a game. Hearing the crowd, no, feeling the crowd, the band, running out onto the field, pointing up to my family...man, it's crazy. Gives me goosebumps just thinking about it. It's pretty amazing. I highly recommend it! I will always be strongly connected to the Irish for my 5 years there and what they meant to me...I have tremendous pride in wearing that gold helmet and it's not something I'll ever forget.
Question from Tyler B: Trevor what team would you like to go to or if u dont know what round u think your going to be drafted in?
Trevor's Answer: I really don't know what round yet, but obviously the higher the better. Getting into Round 2 would be unreal and beyond anything I could imagine. As far as what team...doesn't really matter man. Just want to get drafted by a team that wants and needs my talents.
Question from Peter: In order to make the playoffs this year, the Browns need a strong defensive end that has 3-4 experience who can stop the run well. You don't know anyone in the upcoming draft that might fit these requirements would you?
Trevor's Answer: Haha....hmmmmm...I might have to think about that one....nah, I would love to be a part of the Browns, or any team where I could contribute. I think my more natural position is inside in a 4-3, but obviously can play DE in a 3-4 if that's what the team needs!
Question from Meghan: A couple of friends and I were wondering if you have a fanmail address or something like that??
Trevor's Answer: Hey Meghan...you got it!!! This is the best way to contact me right now...by using the contact page. Perhaps in the future we'll add a fanclub or something, but right now the contact page is it!!! Welcome and keep coming back!
Question from Chris Delmedico: Hey Trev...i was wondering if making the transitions from high school to college and now from college to the next level has been easier than others because of the love and support you have from a great family and friends? Also, do you feel you have a conditioning advantage on other players from chasing your buddies around the frisbee field for all those years?
Trevor's Answer: Haha, that's a sweet question. Obviously having great family and friends has really helped me succeed in not only sports, but also life in general. Without that, I can't imagine being truly motivated. Throwing the bee around all those years for sure helped me with my speed and agility...I mean, that was some tough competition! ULTIMATE!!!!!!!
Question from Tim S: I'm wanting to know if it is feasible for you to sell me a ND Skull cap. I'm willing to purchase as many as it takes. I can't find them anywhere!!!
Trevor's Answer: Well unfortunately, I don't have any of those to sell right now man, but if I do, I'll for sure put them on this site and you can snag one. Keep checking back and we'll check on our end!