Buzzmaster

  (3:03 PM)

Jacob should be here soon, everyone!

Buzzmaster

  (3:08 PM)

We've got Jacob!

Jacob Hester

  (3:08 PM)

Hey everyone!

Kevin (Virginia)

What have you been doing to train for the draft?

Jacob Hester

  (3:09 PM)

Before the combine, I was out at API working out. I'm back in my hometown, working out at my old high school right now.

Jonny (NY)

Do you think you'll play FB or RB in the NFL?

Jacob Hester

  (3:10 PM)

I think I'll play both, just like I did in college. Every team I've talked to has mentioned that to me. It'll be similar to what I did at LSU.

Hank (Miami)

How fun was it winning the BCS title game this year?

Jacob Hester

  (3:10 PM)

It was even more special winning it this year, with the way the season went. It was so crazy, so it makes it more special.

Mark H. (Bowling Green, OH)

Would you rather blow up a linebacker on a block or run for a TD?

Jacob Hester

  (3:11 PM)

I'd have to say blowing up a linebacker. A lot of people can score touchdowns, but not many people can punish a guy.

Sam (Boston)

We didn't see much of JaMarcus Russell last season. How good of an NFL QB do you think he can be?

Jacob Hester

  (3:12 PM)

I think he can be one of the best. He definitely has all the physical tools, and I think they did the right thing in letting him sit back and learn the game.

Paul (Pa.)

how much of a distraction was the coach Miles situation toward the end of the season?

Jacob Hester

  (3:12 PM)

Coach Miles never really let it be a distraction. He told us we would hear rumors, but they wouldn't be true.

Brad (Gadsden,Alabama)

Jacob, Where is the toughest place to play in the sec other than death vally? im a alabama fan and i just want to say congrats on representing the sec and winning the bcs championship good luck in the nfl

Jacob Hester

  (3:13 PM)

Thank you. I'd say the toughest places would be Alabama or Florida. It's similar to what I play in at home. All SEC stadiums are tough to play in, but those stand out.

Jacob (Syracuse)

Great name 1st off, not many Jacob's around. Why should you get drafted, what attributes will you bring a team?

Jacob Hester

  (3:14 PM)

I'm just a football player, plain and simple. When I get the pads on, it's totally different from workouts. I think teams will watch my tape and see it as the biggest selling point for me.

Digger (DC)

What's been your best game?

Jacob Hester

  (3:14 PM)

I think my best game was the Florida game this year. They kept calling my number on fourth down, and I was fortunate to keep getting them.

Merlin (MN)

What are your plans for Draft day?

Jacob Hester

  (3:15 PM)

Every year, I usually watch it at my house. But I'll be nervous this year, so I think I'm going to go play a little golf.

Jacob (Syracuse)

Jacob, you remind me so much of Rob Conrad (Cuse grad) RB/FB,Would you prefer to be in a 1 back set or play in a 2 back set?

Jacob Hester

  (3:15 PM)

I've always preferred playing in a two-back set. I've liked being the fullback in the I set. There are pros and cons to both, but my favorite is definitely the two-back set.

Mike: Pensacola, FL

What do you think LSU's chances are of repeating with the current QB situation?

Jacob Hester

  (3:16 PM)

It's tough to repeat in any sport, especially college football. They'll work it out, and if they don't, they have three stud RBs that they can use.

D (MI)

Coming from a school that produced tons of NFL talent and also being related to Terry Bradshaw it would seem that you tons of knowledge of the challenges at the next level at your disposal. My question is what is the best advice you have gotten so far? Whom was it from?

Jacob Hester

  (3:17 PM)

Joseph Addai told me the game is faster in college, but he also said I played in the best league to prepare for the NFL. It'll still be a challenge.

Fred (Atlanta)

what makes LSU a consistently good program?

Jacob Hester

  (3:18 PM)

Obviously you have to get good recruits, and the school just sells itself--the stadium, fans, coaching, tradition--it's a different place. Everyone who has played at LSU tells me they've never played at anywhere quite like it.

Larry (Charlotte)

how do you react to the critics who say you're too small to play in the NFL? I think they're crazy.

Jacob Hester

  (3:18 PM)

It's something I've always heard. Coming in to college, I was the lowest-rated recruit in my class, but the first one to play. There are doubters at every level, but I like it that way. I think I'll prove them wrong again at this level.

Merlin (MN)

Jacob, You look awfully good in purple. Have the Vikings made any contact with you? You seem like an ideal fit for a West Coast Offense.

Jacob Hester

  (3:19 PM)

I did talk to them at the Senior Bowl and then at the combine. I may try to set up a visit later this week. They seem interested, but every team seems interested, so you never quite know.

Kyle (Kansas)

If you hadn't gone to LSU where would you have gone?

Jacob Hester

  (3:20 PM)

Probably Texas. I actually committed there before I went to LSU.

Merlin (MN)

Who's your favorite RB of all-time?

Jacob Hester

  (3:20 PM)

I'd have to say Rocky Briar from the Pittsburgh Steelers. That guy played hard-nosed all the time.

Nick NJ

Do you have anyone working out with you at your high school or are you training by yourself?

Jacob Hester

  (3:21 PM)

Right now, by myself, because there aren't many prospects out of my city. But my good friend Jon David Booty will be in town soon, so we'll hang out before the draft.

Jacob Hester

  (3:22 PM)

Thanks for having me, and it's been a pleasure.