2025 NFL Draft Prospect Interview: Keith Ridley Jr., QB, Southern Connecticut State University

• Name: Keith Ridley Jr
• Position: QB
• College: Southern Connecticut State University 
• Height: 6’3
• Weight: 239
• Twitter: @keithridleyjr
• Instagram: @keith_ridley

What makes you a top prospect at your position in the 2025 NFL Draft? 

My size and my ability to execute the offense at a high level I believe makes me a valuable prospect. I led the NCAA this year in most pass attempts without an interception in any division, and I am very proud of that because that was one of my main focuses heading into the season.

What is one thing that NFL teams should know about you?

NFL teams should know that they are getting a player that has had to overcome a lot of adversity both on and off the field and still continues to go to work every day. I believe that shows my resilience to handle any situation that is thrown my way at the next level.

If you could donate to one cause in the world, what would it be?

If I could donate to one cause it would be towards Autism Awareness programs. My brother is autistic, and I love him more than anything and he has taught me so many lessons throughout the years. Giving back to that community would be the least I could do for all that they have done for me. 

Who was your role model?

My parents 

Who is your favorite NFL team?

Carolina Panthers and Pittsburgh Steelers were my favorite teams growing up

Who is the most underrated teammate at your school?

Elijiah Gray and Joe Digello

What is your biggest pet peeve?

My biggest pet peeve is if people don’t have manners. I believe it is very important to be nice to others.

Who is your favorite teacher ever?

My favorite teacher ever was Mr. C, he was one of my elementary school teachers

Overcoming adversity is what defines character, what was the hardest moment in your life to overcome?

The hardest moment of my life to overcome was losing my mother at the beginning of this year. I miss her so much and she was always one of my biggest supporters and I try to make her proud every day

If you could have any franchise restaurant in your house what would it be?

Outback Steakhouse

What is your favorite snack food?

Strawberries

What is your degree in?

Bachelor’s in communication, Masters in Sports Entertainment and Management 

If you could have dinner with three people dead or alive, who would it be and why?

My Mom, LeBron James (favorite basketball player), and Cam Newton (favorite football player) 

What is your biggest weakness?

My biggest weakness is that I’m ultra-competitive with any and everything. Sometimes I should let my little brother win in a board game, but I just can’t let that happen!