NFL Draft Prospect Interview: Stephen Sene, OL, Liberty by Michael Abromowitz, 4/18/08.  Former University of Virginia Assistant Coach Danny Rocco came to Liberty, a football program that had done very little in its existence and has since made it a powerhouse in the Big South Conference.  Much of his early success has to do with Rocco's successful recruiting and ability to get great D-1 transfers including Stephen Sene.  Sene who played his first two years at South Carolina was dominant on the offensive line.  He played tackle,, but actually may project best in the NFL at tackle.

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TheFootballExpert.com:  What is your accurate height, weight and forty time?

Stephen Sene:  6’4’’, 321, 5.29

TheFootballExpert.com:  Describe your game in three words or less.

Stephen Sene:  Smart and physical

TheFootballExpert.com:  What do you feel is your greatest strength as a football player and what area do you feel you need to improve in?

Stephen Sene:  I feel that my greatest strength as a football player is that I’m a smart, physical player. I feel that there are many areas of my game that needs improvement, but that’s the beauty of this sport. There’s always room for improvement and each day gets me one step closer to becoming a better football player. .

TheFootballExpert.com:  What NFL player do you do you think you compare favorably to? 

Stephen Sene:  I really don’t know. I’ve never been compared to anyone.

TheFootballExpert.com:  How instrumental was Coach Danny Rocco in your progression?

Stephen Sene:  Coach Rocco has played a huge role these past two years in my college career. He changed our program around and changed the entire mindset of each player here. His constant encouragement has allowed me to reach my fullest potential as a college football player.  

TheFootballExpert.com:  What have former college teammates now in the NFL told you about preparing for the league? 

Stephen Sene:  They have told me that the NFL is definitely a business. A lot of good players are competing for the same spot.  They told me that everyday is a constant battle to earn a spot on a team. You need to prepare yourself physically and mentally to get ready for the league.

TheFootballExpert.com:  When you get your first professional paycheck what is the first thing you will buy?

Stephen Sene:  Well this is a difficult question. One part of me wants to buy my dream truck, but the other part is constantly reminding me that I have a girlfriend who wants a ring.

TheFootballExpert.com:  How have you been preparing for the NFL Draft?

Stephen Sene:  I trained in Chicago for over a month and a half with Tom Christian. Since then, I’ve been training here at school. We have great facilities here and our strength coaches are second to none.

TheFootballExpert.com:  Do you have any goals in mind when it comes to the NFL Draft?

Stephen Sene:  The only goal that I have right now is to get into a camp. As far as the draft goes, I feel as though I have done my best to prepare myself for the league and the rest is in God’s hands.

TheFootballExpert.com:  What is the one thing you will most miss at college?

Stephen Sene:  There’s a lot that I’m going to miss about this school. I love this school for everything it stands for, but the people and the friendships made here are what I’ll miss the most..

TheFootballExpert.com:  Where is the best place to get a bite to eat in Lynchburg, VA?

Stephen Sene:  Definitely IHOP! Every Tuesday and Thursday it’s 50% off with a college ID. 

TheFootballExpert.com:  What was your favorite college course and why?

Stephen Sene:  All of my youth ministry classes. I learned so much in those classes and the professors were some of the best people you would meet.

TheFootballExpert.com:  Any pregame rituals?  Food?  Music?

Stephen Sene:  I really don’t have a pregame ritual. The only thing that I really do is pray…a lot.

TheFootballExpert.com:  What is something football fans may not know about you?

Stephen Sene:  I love games. Board games, video games, pretty much anything that has to do with taking score. I’m very competitive.

TheFootballExpert.com:  Do you read mock drafts or listen to what draft experts have to say?

Stephen Sene:  Not really. I might catch the end of a segment on ESPN, but I really don’t pay much attention to it.

TheFootballExpert.com:  What was the last good movie you saw?

Stephen Sene:  I would have to say I am Legend.

TheFootballExpert.com:  What do you plan to do once your playing career is over?

Stephen Sene:  I would like to open my own youth camp. I love working with the youth and God has placed this undeniable passion in my heart for them.

TheFootballExpert.com:  Thanks for taking the time to answer some questions and good luck!