Carver Willis Just Revealed Why His Move To Washington Was A Game Changer For His NFL Future
Carver Willis is all in on his time as a Husky, and he's not holding back about it. The offensive lineman, who came to Washington via the portal from Kansas State, just sat down after Pro Day and made it crystal clear: choosing to play for the Huskies was the smartest decision of his life. With the NFL Draft just weeks away, Willis is reflecting on a journey that started with a position switch and ended with something way bigger than just football.
From Right Tackle To Proving His Versatility
When Washington needed help on the offensive line, Willis was the guy they zeroed in on. At Kansas State, he'd played in 25 games over his final two seasons, starting 18 of them, all at right tackle. But the Huskies had a different vision. They moved him to left tackle, and Willis delivered, playing in and starting 10 games before a torn MCL sidelined him for three games and part of another. Now that he's preparing for the draft, he's showing just how versatile he really is. At Pro Day, he got the chance to snap at center for the first time, something he didn't do at the combine. That flexibility is going to matter when scouts start evaluating him.
Why Washington Changed Everything For Him
Here's where it gets real. Willis called coming to Washington the "best decision I ever made." He's not just talking about exposure in the Big Ten either, though he'll take that. What really got to him was the education. The Huskies use NFL terminology and run an NFL-style playbook. Willis learned how the league actually operates, something he says he didn't fully understand before getting to Seattle. "The relationships I've made here and the things I've learned here are things I'll cherish for the rest of my life," he told reporters. That's not just talk. For Willis, this was about building a foundation for his pro career, not just racking up starts.
When it comes to his draft prospects, Willis isn't sweating the projections. He's heard the questions about what round he'll go in, but he's not looking ahead. "I have no idea what the evaluation is and I'm just looking to prove myself in training camp because that's all I can do," he said. For Willis, April is when it matters. Not the mock drafts, not the speculation. He'll know soon enough.
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