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Join the NFL Draft Bible Familia for the Extravaganza Part II Show, live Friday April 22nd at 7-9pm eastern time as we prep you for the 2011 NFL Draft. Hosted by Ric Serritella, Daniel Mogollon and Ralph Mancini. This show has a very special guest lineup, so don’t miss out! A must-listen for any true draftnik.

GUESTS:

• Nick Fairley, Auburn
• Ryan Williams, Virginia Tech
• Greg McElroy, Alabama
• Phil Taylor, Baylor
  
• John Thornton, Former NFL Player
• Charles Davis, NFL Network
• Howard Balzer, USA Today Sports Weekly

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Think of the all the college prospects looking to take that jump to the National Football League. On April 28^th in New York City, 256 players will hear their name called and have their life-long dream fulfilled.

Early success at the college level helps put these players on the radar screen years later, when the draft process is in full swing. We’re already familiar with many of the names because we’ve watched them shine on the college stage.

But here’s a question for you – where is Harding University? Unless you live in Searcy, Arkansas you most likely wouldn’t know, although I’m pretty sure you could tell me the state associated with every football program in the Big Ten Conference. Playing for Coach Jim Tressel and the Ohio State Buckeyes in Columbus, Ohio brings with it priceless exposure when draft time comes around. Harding Bison’s

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Just the fourth receiver in Troy history to go over 1,000 receiving yards, Jerrel Jernigan established himself as one of the schools finest after earning 2010 first team Sun Belt Conference honors. Jernigan was forced to miss the Senior Bowl invite due to injuring his ankle in New Orleans Bowl so he could prepare for the NFL Scoutign Combine. Bringing the next generation of NFL stars to you today on the NFL Draft Bible Player Spotlight Show, hosted by Bo Marchionte.

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You began your high school career as a QB, how did you transition to linebacker at Iowa?

Yes, I played more of an option QB. Once I came to Iowa, the coaches, specifically Coach (Chris) Doyle, thought my best position would be on defense. I started at safety and as I put on weight, about 40 pounds, eventually moved to linebacker.
<br Growing up in Nebraska, I assume you were a big-time ‘Husker supporter. Did they recruit you out of high school? <br

I actually grew up in both Nebraska and Houston (for about 10 years). I returned to Nebraska for high school and had already committed to Iowa my junior year. But yes, Nebraska was my team. However, I had two former teammates playing for Iowa while I was still in high school (Seth Olsen and Adam Shada), so I

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So let’s start off. I have to ask, how did a starting guard on the Iowa football team get an opportunity to sing the national anthem for President Obama when he was campaigning in Iowa?<br

A good friend of mine from high school, who at the time was in charge of the campaign in Iowa, he and I both were in a musical production together. So he knew I could sing, and when the opportunity presented itself I immediately said yes. I was able to briefly meet the President and also get a photo opportunity. It was a great experience.
<br So I guess when the veteran players try to haze you during training camp, singing your college fight song won't be that difficult? <br

Not really. (laughs)
<br Another interesting story I have to ask about is your experience playing in the

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