Chat with former Florida DE Derrick Harvey

Harvey, a junior, led the Florida defense with 8.5 sacks and 17 tackles for a loss. It was the second straight season he led the team in both categories. In 2006, when Florida won the BCS national championship, Harvey led the team with 11 sacks and 13 tackles for loss.
According to Harvey's Scouts Inc.'s draft profile, Havey "has the burst and athletic ability to eventually excel in a one-gap scheme and he should make an immediate impact rushing the passer. Harvey projects as a first round pick consequently."
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Buzzmaster (3:03 PM)
Derrick will be here soon, everyone!
Derrick Harvey (3:06 PM)
Hey everyone.
Wendell (Liverpool, UK)
Who is the best player that you have played with through school?
Derrick Harvey (3:06 PM)
Reggie Nelson, Jarvis Moss, Ray McDonald, are the best three I've played with.
Scoot (Syracuse)
Derrick, why should a team draft you?
Derrick Harvey (3:07 PM)
I'm a hard and smart worker, I like to get better every day. I'm athletic and still learning about the game, and the sky is the limit with me.
Lemur (atlanta)
Derrick, who is going to take over as the Man on Florida's D-line next year?
Derrick Harvey (3:07 PM)
Jermaine Cunningham, No. 49.
Brad (Gadsden,Alabama)
Derrik, What NFL DE do you compare yourself to and what will you miss most about playing at the swamp? good luck in the NFL
Derrick Harvey (3:08 PM)
At the swamp, I'll miss the loud crowd and the atmosphere. It's 90,000 people screaming. I compare myself to DeMarcus Ware and Julius Peppers. A mix between those two.
Mike (az)
Derrick, Do you feel you have the skill set to transition to a 3-4 D and have some teams/coaches discussed this with you already?
Derrick Harvey (3:08 PM)
Yup, I've been working out as a linebacker, DE, standing up, in a crouch. I just have to work at it and study the playbook, and I'll be straight with it.
Nick Harvey (Gainesville, FL)
Same last name, same school: you got to answer my question. How do you feel about playing OLB in the NFL? What would rather play DE or OLB?
Derrick Harvey (3:09 PM)
It doesn't matter to me. I can play either of them. I just love playing football. I can be a kicker even, it doesn't matter.
Ryan (Gville)
Besides the swamp, which stadium did you like playing in the most?
Derrick Harvey (3:09 PM)
Tennessee and LSU. I loved playing in both of them.
Wendell (Liverpool, UK)
Mr. Harvey: Is it a big deal to you how high you get picked?
Derrick Harvey (3:10 PM)
It doesn't matter, so long as I get picked up. Although a little extra cash would be nice. I just want to contribute and make an impact.
Chris (atlanta)
Derrick, you ever take on tebow in the circle of life?
Derrick Harvey (3:11 PM)
Nope, that's just lineman vs. lineman.
Brad (Gadsden,Alabama)
Who was your fav. NFL player and team growing up? and What kind of artists do you listen to before games?
Derrick Harvey (3:11 PM)
I loved the Redskins. I listen to Lil' Bootsy, TI, Jeezy, whatever they play in the locker room, I listen to.
Mike (az)
Derrick, Can you talk at all about which teams have shown major interest in you. I would be thrilled to see you in cardinal red next year!
Derrick Harvey (3:12 PM)
A number of teams have shown interest. Knowing you're going to get picked up and accomplish your dream is a lot of fun.
Scoot (Syracuse)
Is there something in the water, every year there's another Florida DL? Whats the secret, we need some of that here in the Cuse.
Derrick Harvey (3:13 PM)
We've had good coaches. Coach Madison is one of the best D-line coaches in the country. We have great coaches, good athletes, and good overall talent.
Mark H. (Bowling Green, OH)
Which DEs in the NFL do you most enjoy watching?
Derrick Harvey (3:13 PM)
Ware, Peppers, I liked Simeon Rice a lot when he was playing, Suggs--all the big name pass rushers.
TRACY,ANTHONY(GATOR FREAKS)LAKE CITY,FLORIDA
What pick do you think Harvey will go,and what team needs him on defense?
Derrick Harvey (3:15 PM)
I don't really gret into the mock drafts and such, so I just let my agent handle it. I work out every day and concentrate on that.
Mike (az)
Derrick, when is florida's pro day and how much will you be doing compared to your combine workout?
Derrick Harvey (3:15 PM)
We already had a pro day on March 18th, and I just did position drills in that one.
Derrick Harvey (3:16 PM)
I appreciate all the questions. I'm just lifting weights every day, waiting for the draft!
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