Orson Charles (TE Georgia Bulldogs) Interivew

Former NFLmocks writer Josh Sanchez has some contacts to get terrific interview. Recently he had a writer of his have the opportunity to interview TE prospect Orson Charles.

It’s just coincidence that this interview is available today after Charles drunk driving arrest sometime yesterday.

Charles was a potential late first round prospect but might be looking at round three now.

Ben Worthy: How did you originally get involved in football?

Orson Charles: It was kind of a funny situation. I was one of those kids that my mom always wanted me to do chores around the house. So I wanted to be out of the house, just to race kids and throw the football. I lived right next to a little league park and one day I went over and asked what they were doing. They said they were playing football. I wanted to be a part of that, so I talked to the coach. The next thing you know, I’m playing varsity football.

Worthy: How did you choose Georgia?

Charles: It was definitely a hard decision, especially on my family members. We were always praying about it. I chose Georgia because I felt comfortable. I felt like Coach Richt was a great family guy and everyone one on the staff was as well, so that was definitely the number one thing. I just wanted to be coached by some great guys who believed in the Lord.

Worthy: Do you think they prepared you for the NFL?

Charles: I feel that I’m ready on and off the field, as far as how I am supposed to carry myself like a man, and leave it all up to Jesus. For the most part we run the same thing that a lot of teams in the league run.

Worthy: Overall, how would you describe the combine experience?

Charles: The combine was definitely a great experience. I got off the plane and seen the stadium and it hit me that I’m really accomplishing my dreams. Going to the combine and talking to all the coaches you’ve always seen on TV, it was a dream come true. Meeting all the other guys and just going out there and competing and showing everyone what God has blessed you with, it was special.

Worthy: Is there a player you model your game after?

Charles: Probably Ben Watson, Dustin Keller, Vernon Davis, guys like that. Tight ends that are around 6’3”, 6’4”, the ones that aren’t a typical tight end as far as being tall, but can stay in the box and block or slide out into a slant route to create mismatches.

Worthy: What separates you from other tight ends?

Charles: Like I said, Georgia has prepared me. The coaches told me, “Orson, you’re not going to play tight end at Georgia unless you learn how to block.” I feel like I have an edge over other tight ends, whether it be staying in the box and blocking or running a stretch play or lining up in the slot. I’m versatile and can create mismatches.

Rest the rest of the interview over at NFLspinzone

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