Jarred Fayson Interview
Wide Receiver / Illinois

Updated - 4-4-11

By: Alex Khvatov

 

Alex Khvatov:  What are your measurements (height, weight and forty time)?

Jarred Fayson:  Height: 6'0”, weight: 207, forty: 4.36. 

 

Alex Khvatov:  Coming out of high school, what programs showed interest in you?

Jarred Fayson:  Miami, Florida, Florida State, Southern California and Georgia     

 

Alex Khvatov:  How did you wind up with the Florida Gators?

Jarred Fayson:  Stan Drayton, the former running back coach, and head coach Urban Meyer did an extremely good job recruiting me.

 

Alex Khvatov:  What did it feel like being a part of a 2006 National Championship team?

Jarred Fayson:   It was definitely an epic moment in my life. I am very fortunate to have been a part of the 2006 Florida Gator National Championship team. 

 

Alex Khvatov:  Why did you decide to transfer from Florida to Illinois?

Jarred Fayson:  In seek of more playing time. 

 

Alex Khvatov:  Describe your senior season to us.

Jarred Fayson:  It was an extremely good situation, just because we all play to win. That being said, we had a winning season. 

 

Alex Khvatov:  What will you miss the most about College Football?

Jarred Fayson:  ESPN College Gameday.  I am just kidding.  The whole college football atmosphere and my teammates that I played with for two years.

     

Alex Khvatov:  What is the highlight of your football career up to this point?

Jarred Fayson:  Winning the 2006 National Championship, my freshman year and then also winning my last collegiate game, at Illinois.     

 

Alex Khvatov:  What are your strengths on the football field?

Jarred Fayson:  Catching in traffic, being able to block extremely well, and gaining separation from the defenders.   

 

Alex Khvatov:  What areas of your game do you still need to improve upon?

Jarred Fayson:      Playing more consistently, route running, and preparation.   

 

Alex Khvatov:  What is your favorite NFL team?

Jarred Fayson:  Tampa Bay Bucs, because I'm from Tampa.  

 

Alex Khvatov:  Who is your favorite NFL player?

Jarred Fayson:  Andre Johnson and Andre Caldwell.   

 

Alex Khvatov:  Who is the one underclassman on your team that we should keep an eye on in the future?

Jarred Fayson:  Defensive back Trulon Henry.    

 

Alex Khvatov:  What separates you from all of the other players at your position?

Jarred Fayson:  I believe it's the fact that I have size, speed, and agility. I can pretty much play any skill position on offense. 

 

Alex Khvatov:  What is the biggest lesson that you have learned so far?

Jarred Fayson:  No matter what you're going through, always keep your Faith throughout the process of attaining your goals. 

                                                                                                                                             

Alex Khvatov:  What are your hobbies away from the football field?

Jarred Fayson:  Music, video games, food, and being with my family.  

 

Alex Khvatov:  What makes you unique?

Jarred Fayson:  The experiences I've gone through, in my past, have given me a different outlook on and appreciation for life.  I don't take anything for granted, and I try and live each day to the fullest. 

 

Alex Khvatov:  What do you want to do with your life after your football career is over?

Jarred Fayson:  Hopefully, I am to the point in my life where I have made very good financial decisions so that I can go into the boating business. In the "perfect world" I just want to sail the World on a yacht. 

 

Alex Khvatov:  Finish the sentence, Jarred Fayson is....

Jarred Fayson:  Preparing for the worst, and praying for the best.  

 

 


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