Interview with 2009 LB Prospect Will Studlien

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Interview with 2009 Linebacker Prospect Will Studlien

Last night, the BuckeyePlanet Recruiting Team caught up with linebacker Will Studlien from Big Walnut High School in Sunbury, Ohio. Will is one of the stars of the class of 2009, and a Top 10 player in the state of Ohio. Besides being a blue chip football prospect, Will is also excels at rugby, a sport that he has played since the seventh grade. Like many Ohio high school players, Will is a big fan of the Ohio State Buckeyes. Here's what Will had to say in response to our interview questions:

1. What are your current "measurables" (height, weight, forty time, etc.)?

Height: 6' 2"
Weight: 220 lbs
Forty: 4.66 Secs.
Shuttle: 4.23 Secs.

2. What were your "stats" (tackles, sacks, interceptions, etc.) from last football season?

Our linebacker coach/defensive coordinator gave me the stat sheet and it said 204 tackles and 6 sacks, 210 all together.

3. You are generally considered to be one of the top prospects for the class of 2009. What schools are recruiting you right now? Do you have any verbal offers yet?

No verbal offers, but I am receiving letters from Pitt, Clemson, Florida, and Auburn. I recently received an invitation to attend the OSU season opener.

4. Which schools are you most interested in? Do you have a "dream school"?

Dream school = The Ohio State University, and I don't have a second choice at this time.

5. When you think of Ohio State football, what comes to mind?

Winning and team. I like how they seem to be all together. They do have game breakers, but I like their class and how they play as a team.

6. What goals have you set for yourself personally and for your team this season?

For me, I want to be the best football player I can be and work just as hard or harder than everyone else. We want to win each game and take it week by week and not overlook any team. There has been much talk about playing in a state championship, and that is clearly the ultimate goal of the team, but we must take it week by week.

7. When your career is over, how would you like people to remember Will Studlien?

I want them to remember a good guy and a funny guy off the field, and just a team player all the way and a crazy guy who will just come up and hit a back on the field.

8. If you were analyzing yourself on film, what would you list as your strengths and weaknesses?

My strengths are coming up and filling holes, reading, and getting off blocks. I feel that I have good game speed and would like to improve on my pass coverage and play in space better.

9. What position(s) do you play for Big Walnut?

I play inside linebacker and I returned kicks and played some fullback last year, but this year coach put me at guard to help the team, and I have no problem with it. I would rather win ball games than just play defense. We have a good rotation on the line, so I will always be fresh for defense.

10. I know it's still very early, but what position do you see yourself playing in college?

Middle linebacker.

11. Who are some of your favorite football players, either college or pro? Do you have any particular role models on the football field?

A.J. Hawk. I've worn his jersey number since the 8th grade. I would like to be like him - someone who doesn't hoot and holler after you pop someone, just get up, pat your defensive line on the back, and go play the next play and pop them again. Basically, lead by example.

12. You also play rugby. How did you get involved in that sport? Does playing rugby help you train for football? Do you have a favorite rugby squad?

I play for the Westerville Worms, and it really helps for football and gets you in the best shape of your life. I love it. My buddy from Columbus DeSales, Adam Slupski, got me out (for the team) in 7th grade.

13. Besides football, what are some of the activities that you enjoy?

I wrestle and I like to go to the movies, and I also like to play Guitar Hero with the boys.

14. Do you have any favorite movies? TV shows? Musical groups?

I love the movie 300. I watch it before games - it gets you going. Forrest Gump is a classic. I like to watch Mythbusters and the Discovery Channel. I like my good share of classic rock, but I also love my country music (Sunbury) ha ha!

15. Is there anything else that you'd like to tell us about Will Studlien?

Thank you for the opportunity for the interview, and I look forward to the football season.

We would like to thank Will for taking the time to answer our interview questions, and we wish him the best for the remainder of his high school career and beyond.