Getting to Know: Tyler Jordan
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The summer A semester kicked off Monday for Florida students, and 2015 three-star offensive lineman signee Tyler Jordan enrolled early to get a head start on getting situated in Gainesville and preparing for the upcoming football season.
Before his classes began Monday, Jordan - a former Jacksonville, (Fla.) Bishop Kenny High School standout - caught up with Inside the Gators as we kick off our "Getting to Know" series for the incoming freshmen.
What made you want to attend the University of Florida?
Jordan: Really just the feel of the school and being close to home. It's only an hour and 30 minutes away. I had a good relationship with Coach Muschamp first and still Coach Summers, but once I met Coach Mac I felt like I built a good relationship with him and I was confident in his plan. And Summers is still there, too.
What would you say is your greatest strength as a football player?
Jordan: Everything's out on film and my highlights - I'm an aggressive player. I'm going to play until the whistle and won't give up on blocks.
What aspects of your game do you hope to polish this summer and during fall camp?
Jordan: First off, what I want to polish up is me being in shape. I want to be in shape, I want to be stronger, and I want to get down the plays.
How do the coaches envision your role on the team moving forward? Do you expect to play more center or guard?
Jordan: They want me to play center. They want to me to be able to know what it's like to really play there.
Have you decided on a college major yet?
Jordan: Right now, I'm heading toward the broadcasting and journalism path.
If you could play any team at home in the Swamp who would it be?
Jordan: I'd have to say Florida State, of course, and Alabama. Even Auburn.
Do you have any superstitions or rituals in your personal life for before a game?Â
Jordan: Before games in high school, I'd go to the training room and I'd take a nap. I'd put on my headphones and fall asleep on one of the tables.
If you could play with any former college athlete, who would it be?
Jordan: I'd probably block for Todd Gurley.
Which NFL team is your favorite?
Jordan: The Jacksonville Jaguars. I thought we had a great draft. Losing Dante Fowler Jr. is very unfortunate, but overall I think it was a really good draft.
What is one thing that Gator fans would be surprised to know about you?
Jordan: I can play guitar. I've been playing really for a couple of months. I taught myself. I've had a guitar in the house forever. I finally picked it up as a recreational hobby.
Speaking of music, what's your favorite genre to listen to?
Jordan: I listen to everything really - rap, rock, county. It doesn't matter.
What is your favorite TV show?
Jordan: Probably right now, "Game of Thrones."
What is your favorite movie?
Jordan: "The Hangover."
What is on your bucket list? Name three things you want to do before dying.
Jordan: One would probably be go to Europe and see everything there. Two: probably skydiving. Three: to take up snorkeling in the Caribbean.
