Hidden Treasures: Trey Wolfe Fort Valley State

The 2014 NFL Draft is one of the deepest that many have seen in a long time. One position that has a good amount of depth is cornerback as the league is putting a premium on pass defense. Trey Wolfe from Fort Valley State is one small school prospect that excels at defending the deep pass.

Pro Player Insiders Melissa Mahler and Turron Davenport spoke with Wolfe as he is getting ready to take his college career to the pros.

Wolfe credits his leaping ability and ball skills as two attributes that allow him to be a playmaker and achieve so many pass break ups. “We watch film and I usually cover the other team’s go to guy,” says Wolfe. “I like to play bump and run. When the ball is in the air, I feel like a wide receiver and I go high point it.”

Wolfe had 17 pass break ups, six interceptions and two forced fumbles at Fort Valley State. Each game he faced the top receiver. “They came me a lot because they have no choice. I am on their best man. I know route recognition and I’m in press coverage most of the time. A lot of teams came after me and I held my ground.”

Watching Wolfe’s game play is amazing make sure to check out the YouTube video video of him below.

Wolfe has a unique skill set that includes playing baseball in high school. He was a centerfielder which speaks to his being a good athlete.

Trey Wolfe (Photo Credit Fort Valley State Athletic Department)

“I have always been able to judge the ball in the air. It translates back to baseball, catching a pop fly. If you could track a little white ball in the air and get underneath of it, tracking a football just comes naturally.”

Wolfe has been compared to NFL corner Brent Grimes. Both are small school guys that had similar workout number and builds. Despite their size, they are physical corners that will come up and get involved in the run defense, press coverage and be a feisty defender against receivers.

Motivated by his passion for the game and his desire to share the experience and with his sons, Wolfe is excited to take the next step in his football career.

“I love football. I played it all my life. I want to play it as long as I can. I can inspire a lot of people. I love football, everything about it, the smell of the turf, the grass, everything about it. I know football is a business. It excites me and changes my life.

I would play for free but from a financial aspect it will allow me to take care of my sons. My oldest son is four years old. He’s into sports. I have games that we recorded on TV and he’ s like ‘Daddy? Football player?’ It gives a feeling inside of me that I love because I want to be a positive role model for my sons. I love spending time with them.”

After we talked football and family, we asked Trey some fun questions. Here’s some of that Q&A.

How do you think your teammates would describe you?

“On the field, I’ve heard words like a play maker. They would say that I am easy going but I have a switch. When we hit the field it’s a different story.”

What would be your go to outfit for a big night?

“I would go with a nice pair of slacks. I would get a nice button down shirt with a tie. Have to throw on some shades. Keep it classy and look professional.”

What would be your pregame song or one that you would say is your theme song?

“The song ‘My Moment’ is a good one. A lot of Meek Mills, I am a fan of a lot of music. I even have a country song or two that I have in my playlists.”

What is the car of choice for the NFL version of Trey Wolfe?

“I have a Dodge Charger now but an NFL car, I wouldn’t go over top. I have to finance my money right and would get a classy Mercedes or a BMW 6-series.”

What would be a nickname that your teammates have for you?

“I’ve heard, Lockdown, No Fly Zone. My brother, we have a funny name. He calls me Cheetos but I call him Fritos because he has long toes. I like the classic one – Wolfe.”

Fort Valley State has produced NFL defensive backs in the past such as Tyrone Poole and Nick Harper and it looks like Trey Wolfe will follow their footsteps. He has had garnered interest from a group of teams including the Dallas Cowboys, Cincinnati Bengals and the Seattle Seahawks.

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