Adam Young chatted with Cedric Wilcots II about his preparation for the NFL Draft, how COVID-19 has impacted his training and his best memories at NM State. The Aggie defensive end finished his collegiate career with 19.5 sacks, which ranks fourth in school history.

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AY: How are things as you continue to prep for the NFL Draft during these tough times?
 
CW: Everything's going smooth. I'm just trying to work around the virus and use stuff I have around the house to keep my body right. I'm staying positive during these tough times.
 
AY: Are you trying to get creative in how you train for the Draft because you don't have access to a gym?
 
CW: It's all back to the basics. Sit-ups, push-ups, speed ladder and using what I have around the house. I'm making the most of my resources, and it's all good. It'll all work out in the end.
 
AY: You participated in the NM State Pro Day less than a month ago. How did things go for you and your teammates?
 
CW: Everything went great. It was a good opportunity for me and the guys to showcase what we can do in front of all of the scouts. I think it all came together perfectly, and it was great to be back in Las Cruces one more time.
 
AY: From the end of the season until now, what areas are you really trying to improve in as you get ready for the Draft?
 
CW: I'm really focusing on getting my body and mind ready to go through a 16-game season instead of a 12-game season like in college. You have to make sure your body is at its peak and always ready to perform.
 
AY: Has playing in the NFL always been a dream of yours?
 
CW: Since I was about six-years old. This was always part of the plan, and I'm just happy it's all starting to come together.
 
AY: I remember in one of the final press conferences of last season, you talked a lot about your maturity and how much you grew off the field as an Aggie. Can you expand on that?
 
CW: Coming in as a young guy, I didn't know much. I was 17. I was new to the area and new to being on my own. The city and people of Las Cruces took me in under their wings and helped mature me into a young man.
 
AY: You had an outstanding career on the field, finishing with 19.5 sacks. Did you leave your time at NM State with no regrets?
 
CW: No regrets at all. I'm grateful to be a part of Aggie history as one of the top sack leaders, but nothing trumps [winning] the [2017 NOVA Home Loans] Arizona Bowl. It was amazing to see the whole city come out. That's something you can't put a price on.
 
AY: Is the Arizona Bowl at the top of your list of favorite moments as an Aggie? What are some other moments you can think of?
 
CW: That's at the very top. Nothing touches that, but another moment was recording 3.5 sacks against Idaho as a sophomore. It was amazing to fly around with all my guys, and it's a game that sticks out to me.
 
AY: Lastly, where do you feel the program is right now as you depart? How excited are you about the future of the Aggies?
 
CW: The program's on the rise. It has a lot of talent with [defensive lineman] Roy Lopez and [linebacker] Rashie Hodge Jr. I hope I left a mark on the program and that those guys can take the next steps to become better players, become better leaders and show the young guys the way.

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