He would watch this battle to see which team of linemen would win each battle. This week's Profile Subject is one of those men.
I give you Eagle Lineman Derek Ruiz.
What position do you play? What's your jersey number?
Offensive right guard #75
What can you tell our readers about last week's game and your performance?
- It was a great victory for the Eagles for the 15th year in a row. As for as my performance I grade myself as an A+. I gave it all I got, played for my teammates, and protected my Qb1 and running-back. Hopefully we continue our winning streak and get ready for another District Championship. Go Eagles
Who do you look up to?
- I look up to my parents because every single day they always put up with me, my sisters, and brothers. They do everything for the family and always put the family first before anything. And till this day I love them with all my heart and I do everything for them and the man upstairs.
Who are your heroes?
- My hero's are are my mom, dad, and my lord and savior Jesus Christ for always being there for me and never giving up on me. Always putting me first no matter what the circumstances are and just being by my side at all times.
What's your career highlight?
-My career highlight happened this past weekend v.s CC Winn with a career of 15 outstanding blocks (pancakes) Ten perfect snaps and outstanding player of the week.
Who's your favorite NFL player?
- Quinton Nelson, Larry Allen, and Rey Lewis
Favorite NFL team?
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers
College team?
- Texas Longhorns
Offense or defense, it's up to you, give me your favorite play the way it's called in the huddle.
- Favorite play is GT Left
Why do you like this play, what do you do? What's your responsibility?
- The reason I like this play is that it allows me to pull and catch the defensive player by surprise by blocking Him( pancake) and clearing a path for the running-back to score .
Why do you like this play, what do you do? What's your responsibility?
- Always being able to count on him and having your back at all times.
What's on your playlist?
- The game of life, Todo para que, and Adios amor.
What do you think of when you hear our fight song?
- Gives me pride and honor to represent my school
How does it feel to come out of the tunnel?
- Gives me the thrill of my life of being able to play one more game and to be an Eagle cause you never know when it's going to be your last one.