Shemar Turner on his play style: "I want to take their lunch money" |
Tony Crumpton
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New Chicago Bears defensive lineman Shemar Turner addressed the media on Friday after being drafted 62nd overall in the second round of the 2025 NFL Draft.
Watch the video below: Video summary/cliff notes: (00:00–00:26) Shemar Turner reacts to an old clip where an opponent stood over him, admits he misplaced his hands, and vows that mistake won't happen again at the next level. (00:26–00:58) Turner explains moving from edge to interior line was to boost his draft stock; biggest challenges were handling double teams and faster, tighter play inside. (00:58–01:28) He talks about balancing his aggressive play style, saying playing with fire is important, but it’s crucial not to let it control him. (02:02–02:36) Turner shares that playing violently has always been natural for him since high school — it’s essential for defensive linemen. (02:36–03:13) His mentality when stepping onto the field: “Kill and take their lunch money” — he plays with an unstoppable, aggressive mindset. (03:13–04:14) Turner details playing through a stress fracture in his shin during his final college season; describes pushing through pain with full effort. (04:14–04:52) The injury taught him mental toughness, revealing he's capable of overcoming significant adversity both in football and life. (04:52–05:57) On being drafted: it's surreal and a lifelong dream; Turner feels proud to start a legacy for his family name. (05:25–05:57) Plans to learn from veteran Bears defensive tackles by being humble, absorbing knowledge, and bringing fire and energy to the defense. (06:28–07:00) Turner stayed at Texas A&M after coach Fisher was fired out of loyalty to the program, prioritizing relationships and commitment over NIL deals or transfers.
