The 2011 season was an interesting one for Penn State senior wide receiver Derek Moye. From breaking his left foot in early October to the Penn State scandal that rocked the nation, Moye and his teammates overcame a great deal of adversity in his final season. However, it didn’t stop the 6’5”, 210lb. wide out from racking up a career 144 catches for 2,395 yards and 18 touchdowns.
Viewed as a leader among teammates, Moye proved in 2011 that he is capable and willing to do what it takes to win. He is a player fans of the Nittany Lions will not soon forget.
WNF: What is one facet of your game people often overlook?DM: Honestly, It definitely has to be my speed. People don’t think I run fast but it’s hard to see with my long strides.
WNF: What is you biggest strength on the field?DM: I would have to say my size. At 6’5”, I think I show a ton of playmaking ability for someone of my size.
WNF: What is the one area you need to work on the most?DM: I would say to get bigger and stronger. Be able to demonstrate better strength to go along with my size.
WNF: What NFL receiver do you feel you resemble the most?DM: I don’t like comparing myself to any wide receiver in the NFL. They are where I am trying to be and play successfully.
WNF: What is the first thing you are going to do with your first NFL paycheck?DM: Buy something nice for my Mom.
WNF: How has the recent events with Sandusky and Paterno affected you and your team in the latter half of the season?DM: Didn’t take away from our focus, we had a strong group of leaders that kept us on track; we just didn’t make the plays at the end of the game. None of it had to do with the scandal that was going on at PSU.
WNF: If I was a GM of an NFL team, why would I draft Derek Moye?DM: My ability to make plays, I’m a good kid on and off the field, I am a terrific teammate and I just love to play the game and win.
Music: On my iPod I just hit shuffle and it's mostly hip hopFood: gyrosFavorite NFL player: Larry Fitz
If you weren’t pursuing the NFL you would pursue: Recreation Park Major, doing stuff with the youth in the community.
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