The Top Offensive Tackle In Michigan: Gregory Patrick

Gregory Patrick is a 4 Star recruit who plays Offensive Tackle at Portage Northern High School. Patrick is ranked as the 179th best recruit in the nation and is ranked as a top 15 Offensive Tackle in the nation as well. In addition, Patrick is listed as the #2 recruit in the state of Michigan and is listed as the #1 Offensive Tackle in the state of Michigan. He is committed to play at Notre Dame.

Who are some role models in your life?
Some role models in my life include my parents and my head coach. Both push me every day to be my best self.

What artists do you listen to pregame, to get you hyped up?
I listen to Metallica before games.

What are the strengths of your game?
I believe some strengths of my game are my athleticism and power. I play with good pad level.

What is your favorite memory of your career?
My favorite memory is beating our main rival in a close game during my freshman year. It was a big upset.

Who is the best player you have ever played with or played against in your career?
My former teammate Jadyn Walker, who’s now at USC, was the best player I’ve played against. He was a physical freak.

What is some advice you would give to an aspiring D1 athlete?
My best advice is to run your own race. Don’t get caught up in the future—attack every day with a great mindset, and good things will come.

If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?
I would travel to Alaska for a fishing and hunting trip.

How old were you when you fell in love with the game?
I started to love the game when I was a young toddler. I was raised in a football household, so it was bound to happen.

If you could meet one sports hero, who would it be?
I would meet Tom Brady. I love his story and mindset.

What is your favorite sports moment, as a fan?
As a fan, my favorite sports moment was watching Michigan State block Michigan’s punt at the last second.