CJ Conrad is everything CFB fans and coaches love about Ohio HS football players. CJ is big and strong and fast. CJ also happens to have a good head on his shoulders and doesn’t play the recruiting game. He puts education as high in his importance list as sports if not higher. He is a the kind of TE Coach Meyer loves but also could develop if his body keeps growing into an excellent OT much like Reid Fragel did under Urban’s coaching. CJ isn’t ranked by any recruiting services yet but after his great showing at FNL last month you can expect that and more offers to happen soon. Here is the interview I had with him hope you enjoy it.
SYR- If you could please tell us about your home life… Parents, brothers and/or sisters, where you were born, Have you always lived in in the same place?
CJ- I have 1 Brother Austin who will be a Sophomore this year and my sister Mackenzie will be a Sophomore at Univ of Akron. She plays Softball for them. I have lived in this area my whole life.
SYR- Can you give us your current stats such as height, weight, 40 yard time, bench press, etc?
CJ- 6’5″ 220 Lbs. My 40 time is a 4.79. My bench is 315
SYR- Tell us a little bit about your HS FB team such as record and offensive style.
CJ- Last year we were 5-5. We have almost everyone back and we are looking to have a great year.
SYR- What are your goals for the upcoming season?
CJ- To win a conference championship and make the playoffs. Both would be firsts in my schools history. I would like to be all Ohio again this year.
SYR- What college football team did you grow up being a fan of and why?
CJ- I am a fan of College football. I try to watch whenever I can. But I grew an Ohio State fan with out a doubt.
SYR- Who would you say is your personal hero and why?
CJ- My Mother and Father. They have provided me with such a great life and are incredibly supportive of me!
SYR- If you were going to die tomorrow what would your final meal be?
CJ- Steak and Potatoes
SYR- You recently received your first 2 offers how did that feel?
CJ- I actually now have received 4 offers. Toledo, Illinois, Indiana and Kentucky. This summer has been fantastic. It is such an honor to receive an offer. I am truly blessed.
SYR- How do you feel you performed at Friday Night Lights?
CJ- I felt like a had a great night. The best part was competing against some of the best players in the country. I feel like that brings out the best in me.
SYR- Describe the atmosphere at Friday Night Lights, is it what you expected?
CJ- Electric! Stadium, tradition, players, competition, coaching staff and Alumni made the event off the charts.
SYR- What was your favorite part of the FNL camp?
CJ- Listening to the alumni talk about there experiences at OSU. Very motivational.
SYR- What 5 schools would you like to get an off from the most?
CJ- It is way to early to tell. I am just enjoying process and preparing for my Junior season.
SYR- Do you have a dream school that if they offered you would commit on the spot?
CJ- As I said earlier I grew up an OSU fan. But there are a lot of factors that going into making that decision.
SYR- Do you know when you would like to announce your commitment, if yes, when?
CJ- Still not sure.
SYR- What would you like Buckeye Nation to know about you that they most likely don’t already know?
CJ- I have played varsity basketball since my freshman year. I have been playing since I was 7. Love the game. My family, friends are incredibly important to me.
You can follow CJ on twitter by clicking @cjconrad1
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