INDIANAPOLIS — The New England Patriots scouts and staffers have made news during the 2020 NFL combine with challenging interviews, whether they’re asking tough questions about quarterback Tom Brady or presenting a generally intimidating air or pointing out a prospect’s losing attitude.
But there are generally exceptions to the rule. Clemson receiver Tee Higgins’ informal interview with New England was … painless?
“I like those guys (the Patriots), they’re real cool and relaxing, they make me feel comfortable,” Higgins told reporters in Indianapolis during a press conference on Tuesday. “Some coaches can be all intimidating and get you on the books right away, but they just talked to me and got me comfortable.”
Comfortable? That’s not exactly what we’ve been hearing about the meetings with New England. But perhaps Higgins caught a Patriots’ staffer on a good day. Interestingly, he admitted the rest of the week hasn’t been as much of a breeze.
“It’s a lot being thrown at us but it’s a once in a lifetime thing, so you got to enjoy it … it’s just a lot of sitting and waiting, you got to be patient. It’s just testing your patience,” he said, adding later, “A lot of teams want to know my background, but a lot of teams want to know what I’m gonna bring to the team, my strengths and my weaknesses, stuff like that.”
