2025 NFL Draft Prospect Interview: Riley Tolsma, DE, Ball State
Get to know Riley Tolsma, a DE prospect for the 2025 NFL Draft. Discover how his size, strength, and athleticism make him a top contender. Check out this Draft Diamonds interview.
Name: Riley Tolsma
Position: DE
College: Hillsdale College/Ball State
Height: 6’4”
Weight: 275
Twitter: Riley_Tolsma
Instagram: riley_tolsma
What makes you a top prospect at your position in the 2025 NFL Draft?
I have the size, strength, and athleticism to be an elite run-stopper and 3rd down-power rusher at the next level.
What is one thing that NFL teams should know about you?
I have consistently improved every season and I am always looking for ways to get better.
If you could donate to one cause in the world, what would it be?
I would donate to end world hunger.
Who was your role model?
My Dad because he has showed me what it looks like to work hard and support our family.
Who is your favorite NFL team?
I have loved the Detroit Lions ever since I was a kid.
Who is the most underrated teammate at your school?
Tanner Koziol is my most underrated teammate, he is the definition of a playmaker and he deserves a chance to play at the next level.
What is your biggest pet peeve?
When people consistently show up late.
Who is your favorite teacher ever?
My finance professor at Hillsdale, Dr. Atra
Overcoming adversity is what defines character, what was the hardest moment in your life to overcome?
I would love to have a Chipotle in my house.
If you could have any franchise restaurant in your house what would it be?
When I crushed my hand and had to sit out for my sophomore year spring ball.
What is your favorite snack food?
I really like kettle corn.
What is your degree in?
My undergrad degree is in financial management and I am working on my MBA in finance.
If you could have dinner with three people dead or alive, who would it be and why?
Jesus Christ: He was the only perfect person to ever live, I just want to be in His presence.
Moses: He was a great man and a great leader, I would like to talk to him about how he did it.
My Fiancé Hailey: She is my favorite person and I will always want to spend time with her.
What is your biggest weakness?
I am a perfectionist and sometimes I spend too much time trying to make everything perfect when I should just move on.
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