University of Arkansas offensive lineman Brady Latham had the opportunity to discuss the Las Vegas Raiders from the 2024 NFL Combine.
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00:00 A lot of great memories at Arkansas, but one that really stands out is the Texas game a couple years ago.
00:05 It was a game that meant a lot to the team, but also a lot to our fans.
00:09 And when we were able to win, it was an amazing experience.
00:14 Brady, if you had the choice between blocking in a gap scheme or a zone scheme, which would you prefer?
00:19 Gap scheme or a zone scheme?
00:22 I'd probably say a gap scheme. I really like to pull.
00:26 I think when you pull, you can get some big hits and stuff like that, so I'd say gap scheme.
00:31 We're seeing a lot more compressed formations in the NFL right now.
00:34 What does that mean to you when you've got the wide receivers in closer to the ball?
00:38 It means a lot.
00:42 Basically, when you're throwing the ball like that, you can get the ball out faster and stuff like that.
00:46 Also, when they're close to the ball, there's a lot more people in the box.
00:51 So whatever I need to do, I can do it.
00:54 When someone goes in motion from one of those compressed schemes or even the spread, what are you clocking up front?
00:59 What am I clocking up front?
01:02 In college, when we sent us in motion, they'd tell us we needed to watch the movement of the linebackers and stuff like that.
01:07 Sometimes the box could change.
01:10 The most important thing is to communicate.
01:12 What are you eating during the week to keep your weight up during the season?
01:15 A lot of protein, a lot of protein shakes, and usually one or two extra meals.
01:20 You've got a go-to meal?
01:22 My favorite meal is probably steak and potatoes.
01:25 That's my go-to meal.
01:27 A lot of times, in the beginning of the week, I'll make a big pot of spaghetti or something to reheat throughout the week.
01:32 You've got a cheat day meal, something you go to?
01:34 Yeah, I do. I love pizza.
01:37 A cheat day meal is maybe a thin crust pepperoni pizza.
01:40 Just pepperoni?
01:41 That's my favorite.
01:42 Who do you have going number one in this year's draft, excluding yourself?
01:45 There's a lot of really amazing players.
01:48 I know a lot of guys say Caleb Williamson's going to go. That would be really cool.
01:52 Watching him perform and stuff like that.
01:55 Whoever goes number one, I'll be really happy.
01:57 Any weird questions this week take you by surprise?
01:59 No, not too many weird questions.
02:01 How do you know about the Cowboys?
02:03 I've talked to the Cowboys a few times.
02:06 With the connection through Jerry Jones and Arkansas and stuff like that, the Cowboys are an awesome place.
02:13 Have you had a formal with them this week?
02:14 I have not.
02:15 Who's the guy going back to Arkansas that we're not talking about right now, but a year from now, we'll be talking about?
02:20 I think there's a lot of really talented guys at Arkansas.
02:25 I guess one that you're trying to talk about right now is Landon Jackson.
02:28 He had a lot of hype from last year.
02:30 He's a great player. He's a physical player and he's a great leader.
02:34 When did you realize this guy was going to be the real deal, Landon?
02:38 Right when he got on campus.
02:40 You can tell he's a really great guy.
02:42 He works really hard in the weight room.
02:44 Just from how he approaches every day, you knew that he was going to be great for a long time.
02:49 Who's the toughest guy you saw in a game this past season?
02:52 The toughest guy I saw in the game, it was definitely LSU.
02:56 Like, Mekhi Wingo and Mason Smith are both great players.
03:00 That's probably the toughest defense in front of me.
03:03 Thanks, man.
03:04 Brady, have you met with the Las Vegas Raiders?
03:05 What are your thoughts on the organization and head coach Antonio Pierce?
03:08 One of my really good friends, Don Wagner, plays for the Raiders.
03:12 I think it's a great organization and I'd love to go over there with him.
03:16 How cool would it be to pair up with one of the best tackles in the league, Colton Miller?
03:20 It would be super cool.
03:22 The Raiders is an awesome organization. He's a great player and I would love the opportunity to do that.
03:28 Awesome. Thank you, Brady.