Detroit Lions DE Payton Turner joins Big 12 Today!
Published on Apr 21, 2026, 10:02:03 AM
Total time: 00:12:02
Published on Apr 21, 2026, 10:02:03 AM
Total time: 00:12:02
Detroit Lions defensive end Payton Turner joined Big 12 Today to share insights about his NFL journey, his college career at Houston, and advice for aspiring prospects. Drafted in 2021 by the New Orleans Saints, Turner discussed how his draft experience differed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, noting that the combine they attended was mainly medical and not the typical event.
He advises prospects to savor the draft night, emphasizing its uniqueness and the significance of enjoying the moment, as becoming a professional athlete is a remarkable achievement.
Turner also highlighted the importance of body care in the NFL, calling it the biggest adjustment in his professional career. Reflecting on his time at Houston, he expressed his enjoyment of his college years and his happiness that Houston is now part of the Big 12.
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