The only thing is, breaking through a team's huge offensive line is one of the hardest things to do in a football game.
This week's Profile Series subject draws from the same inspiration as his hero Aaron Donald, and the thing is he accomplished this feat as quickly as possible, on the first play of the game in the FIRST game of the season!
His parents are very important individuals themselves in their own fields, good people and good friends of this reporter. One is the right-hand man (Or should I say woman) for the head of the organization and the other used to help us shed light on the accolades, accomplishments and achievements of our students and student athletes on our TV station.
I give you Eagle Pass Eagle Defensive Tackle Izhar Mauricio.
First of all congratulations for being selected Player Of The Week by your Coach. What can you tell our readers about last week's game and your performance? Last week’s game was full of rush and adrenaline. Both teams came out fighting for that win. It came down to the last quarter. I'm super proud of my brothers. I was happy with my performance and you never stop learning, you always learn something in every game.
What position do you play? What's your jersey number?
I play defensive tackle and I’m #25.
Who do you look up to? Who are your heroes?
My hero is my cousin Brisi, she showed me what it means to be strong by fighting leukemia and not giving up.
My other heroes are my parents and I always look up to them because they’re hard working parents. They always go to my games and support me.
What's your career highlight?
My career highlight was at the first game this season and it was my first game as a starter, the first play of the game I made a tackle in the backfield.
Who's your favorite NFL player?
Aaron Donald.
Favorite NFL team?
I like watching all NFL teams.
College team?
Vanderbilt.
Offense or defense, it's up to you, give me your favorite play the way it's called in the huddle.
My favorite play is called “Bear”.
Why do you like this play, what do you do?
I like this play because I get to be one and one with the center.
What's your responsibility?
My responsibility is to get the opposing quarterback.
What makes a good teammate?
Being humble and always having your brother’s back.
What's on your playlist?
Last Resort- Papa Roach and Pour Some Sugar On Me- Def Leppard.
What do you think of when you hear our fight song?
It gives me the rush of adrenaline and gets me hyped up for the game.
How does it feel to come out of the tunnel?
Coming out of the tunnel makes me feel awesome. Just coming out with my team and seeing everyone cheer is the best!