The Top Tight End in North Carolina: Benji Gosnell

Benji Gosnell is a 4 Star recruit who plays Tight End at East Surry High School. Gosnell is ranked Top 10 at his position and is a Top 10 recruit in the state of North Carolina. In addition, Benji is the #1 Tight End in North Carolina as well. According to 247 Sports his top offers are, Ohio State, Georgia, and Penn State.

Growing up, were you inspired by any NFL Players?

I loved watching Ray Lewis and that inspired my aggressive nature I’d say.

What high school is your biggest rival?

Mount Airy

What songs do you listen to pregame, to get you hyped up?

Anything Linkin park and Hollywood undead

What is your offseason training like?

Running in the morning, Weight training in the afternoon and agility and speed at night.

What is your favorite memory of your high school career?

Favorite memory is during the 4th round of the playoffs watching my brother intercept the ball at the goal line which sent us to the state championship.

What parts of your high school game do you hope you can transition to the college level?

I hope I can translate my aggressive nature and my leadership skills.

What do you look for in choosing a college?

 look for coaches being cool and personable, and the school using my position a lot.

When did you start looking at colleges, and when did colleges start looking at you?

 I received my first offer in October of my sophomore year and since then my recruiting has picked up.

If you could meet one sports hero, who would it be?

Mike Gesicki

What is your favorite sports moment, as a fan?

Watching malcom butler pick off the ball in the Súper bowl