Inside the NFL Prospects

Jack Borowsky

Hours of exhausting summer camps, blistering three-a-days, college visits, and phone calls in hopes of making it to the NFL mark the journey of many NFL hopefuls chasing a practically guarantee-less career. How many make it? What happens if they don’t? Find out in our new podcast series called Inside the Prospects where we interview athletes from around the country on what their journey was like to get their foot in the door of arguably the most taxing profession in the United States. One common thread weaves through each path: A career in the NFL isn’t something you do, it’s something you build. New episodes weekdays.

  1. Kyon Loud

    APR 25

    Kyon Loud

    Inside the NFL Prospects Featuring Kyon Loud — Cornerback, Duke Blue Devils This week on Inside the NFL Prospects, we sit down with one of college football’s most intriguing defensive backs: Kyon Loud, a lengthy, athletic corner now competing for the Duke Blue Devils after beginning his career at Montana. Loud built his reputation as a rising playmaker in the FCS ranks, helping Montana reach deep postseason runs while showing the size, movement skills, and versatility that translate to the next level. After appearing in 20 games with seven starts across two seasons, he now takes his talent to the ACC, where a new challenge and bigger spotlight await. In this episode, Kyon opens up about the transfer process, adapting to a new program, and the mindset required to keep leveling up as a defensive back. He also shares how his time at Montana prepared him for the jump, what he’s focused on refining in his game, and why he believes his best football is still ahead of him. About the Prospect Name: Kyon Loud Position: Cornerback (CB) Current School: Duke University Previous School: University of Montana Height/Weight: 6′2″, 175 lb Class: Redshirt Sophomore Hometown: Richmond, California High School: Junipero Serra HS Montana Career: Played in 20 games with seven starts over two seasons. 2025 Season: 25 tackles, 2.0 tackles for loss, four pass breakups, one QB pressure. 2024 Season: Appeared in 13 games as a true freshman, totaling 18 tackles and two pass breakups. Notable Honors: Academic All-Big Sky (2024). (Sources: Duke Athletics roster, Montana Athletics roster)

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Hours of exhausting summer camps, blistering three-a-days, college visits, and phone calls in hopes of making it to the NFL mark the journey of many NFL hopefuls chasing a practically guarantee-less career. How many make it? What happens if they don’t? Find out in our new podcast series called Inside the Prospects where we interview athletes from around the country on what their journey was like to get their foot in the door of arguably the most taxing profession in the United States. One common thread weaves through each path: A career in the NFL isn’t something you do, it’s something you build. New episodes weekdays.

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