2025 NFL Draft Prospect Interview: Jaden Dolphin, LB, Northern Illinois

Meet Jaden Dolphin, a talented linebacker from Northern Illinois, ready to make his mark in the NFL with skill and determination.

Name: Jaden Dolphin

Position: Linebacker

College: Northern Illinois

Height: 6’2

Weight: 220

Twitter: @jddolphin

Instagram: jaden.dolphin

Who is the NFL player you compare yourself the most to? Why is that?

I compare myself most to Patrick Queen and CJ Mosley because of their versatility in both the run and pass game

What aspects of playing in the NFL do you find to be intriguing?

What intrigues me most about being in the NFL is the opportunity to compete at the highest level alongside and against the best players in the world. I thrive on competition and the challenge of constantly pushing myself to improve. Playing in the NFL means testing my skills, mindset, and work ethic every single day, and that’s exactly the kind of environment I want to be in

In what ways have you improved since last season?

Since last season I’ve improved my footwork, speed, agility, strength and also my football IQ by watching tape of the best LBs in the NFL

What is your favorite memory so far as a college football player?

My favorite memories of my college football career is winning a MAC championship and also beating Notre Dame after being counted out by so many.

What is the most important thing you would like NFL scouts, coaches and general managers to know about you?

The most important thing I would like scouts, coaches and general managers to know is that my mindset and work ethic set me apart. I’m relentless in my preparation, disciplined in my approach, and always looking for ways to improve. No matter the situation, I stay locked in, put in the extra work, and embrace challenges head on. I take pride in being coachable, competing at the highest level, and doing whatever it takes to help my team win.