2026 NFL Draft Prospect Interview: Tyler Ochojski, LB, Lehigh University

Name: Tyler Ochojski

Position: Linebacker

College: Lehigh University

Height: 6’1

Weight: 230lbs

Twitter: @tyocho25

Instagram: @tylerochojski

What makes you a top prospect at your position in the 2026 NFL Draft?

My versatility and ability to play any of the linebacker positions.

What is one thing that NFL teams should know about you?

I pride myself on being a selfless individual that will do whatever it takes to win.

If you could donate to one cause in the world, what would it be?

I would donate to the Children’s Brain Tumor Foundation. In honor of one of my good friends who battled childhood brain cancer and lost when I was younger.

Who was your role model?

My father, Greg Ochojski.

Who is your favorite NFL team?

The New York Giants.

Who is the most underrated teammate at your school?

The most underrated teammate at my school is Jackson Dowd.

What is your biggest pet peeve?

When people believe they are owed something, nothing is given.

Who is your favorite teacher ever?

My favorite teacher ever is definitely Pat Costa, he is an entrepreneurship professor. In his intro to entrepreneurship class, I learned a lot from him not only on the course material, but about being a good, hard working, high character man.

Overcoming adversity is what defines character, what was the hardest moment in your life to overcome?

Recently, I had to bury my grandfather. He came to the U.S. from Poland at 20 years old with nothing but a dream. He then met my grandmother and they built a family and a life here from the ground up. Losing him was really hard for both my whole family and I, our last name is tattooed on my left tricep in his honor to carry on his legacy in all that I do.

If you could have any franchise restaurant in your house what would it be?

Longhorn Steakhouse.

What is your favorite snack food?

Peanut butter pretzels.

What is your degree in?

Entrepreneurship. I am pursuing a degree in Economics with a double minor in both Real Estate and

If you could have dinner with three people dead or alive, who would it be and why?

Luke Kuechly- I have always admired the way he played the game and respected him as a man. I would love to talk about football and just life in general with him.

Nick Saban- A huge icon as a football coach, I really enjoy listening to his speeches and think he has so much more to teach beyond just football, would love to share a meal and learn from him.

Greg Ochojski- My last but not least would certainly be my father, I am lucky enough to still have dinner with him now, I have learned unbelievable amounts from him about having a never wavering work ethic, all while being a compassionate man. I cherish every moment I get to have with him, especially meals.

What is your biggest weakness?

I can tend to be too hard on myself at times. I am my own worst critic which has helped me grow, but definitely my greatest weakness

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