What did NC State’s Payton Wilson Say on the NFL Combine Podium?

Former NC State All-American Linebacker Payton Wilson is at the 2024 NFL Combine this week. Tomorrow, he will hit the field to show off his physical attributes, but today he took to the podium to answer the questions of the media.

Here’s a look at what he had to say:

“I want to be the best in the world” NC State LB Payton Wilson on his approach to the game of football !!! pic.twitter.com/8Cm5KqgMPM

— Coach K | Keith Sanchez (@TheTalentCode) February 28, 2024

Very impressed with N.C. State LB Payton Wilson. He said NFL teams believe his injuries are behind him. Also said his plan once drafted is to find the most seasoned vet on the team and model everything he does after them. Dude wants to be a pro pic.twitter.com/AcUrAYQUQk

— Trevor Sikkema (@TampaBayTre) February 28, 2024

One of the top LB prospects Payton Wilson stayed healthy and crushed it this season at NC State.

He said he wants to prove he is “one of the most athletic” linebackers to ever come through the combine.

He had a formal meeting with the #Texans and talked about DeMeco Ryans. pic.twitter.com/uTtZrQPhyu

— Cody Stoots (@Cody_Stoots) February 28, 2024

.@PackFootball LB Payton Wilson speaking on the value of the LB position & where he grew as a leader on the field. #NFLCombine pic.twitter.com/9atPoTvc1A

— Emory Hunt (@FBallGameplan) February 28, 2024

#NCState LB Payton Wilson says his wrestling background helps him disengage blocks against offensive linemen. His mindset in the field:

“Whoever I meet in that hole, wherever I meet you, I want to prove that I’m the bigger man, I’m the stronger man and if you beat me, I’m coming… pic.twitter.com/Ve3LRaQ29E

— Devin Jackson (@RealD_Jackson) February 28, 2024

Linebacker Payton Wilson is projected to be a Day 2 pick after a stalwart, six-year career at NC State. The Hillsborough native said he’s met informally with a lot of NFL teams. One cool #Panthers tidbit: He grew up a huge Luke Kuechly fan.

Full quote: pic.twitter.com/IWBM1A9znR

— Alex Zietlow (@alexzietlow05) February 28, 2024

NC State LB Payton Wilson:

“Talent and speed can only take you so far… football IQ separates guys.”

Also mentioned his wrestling background (state champion).

“If I get my hands on you you’re coming to the ground… don’t let me get a piece of cloth.” pic.twitter.com/AkvxeqEii2

— Ryan Fowler (@_RyanFowler_) February 28, 2024

NC State linebacker Payton Wilson said he’s had several informal meetings with the #Raiders.

He won the Chuck Bednarik Award, Butkus Award and ACC Defensive Player of the Year in 2023. pic.twitter.com/LzadmigeeU

— Levi Edwards (@theleviedwards) February 28, 2024