Pitt’s Konata Mumpfield Recaps NFL Combine

In terms of the NFL Combine and everything Mumpfield experienced leading up to the national event, he had plenty to say. 

“It was an amazing experience,” Mumpfield said. “You’ve been praying for that moment, working for that moment for I don’t know how many years of my life. So, I was training down in Fort Lauderdale at XPE…It was a lot of work, for sure. But it’s also a blessing. 

“Like I said, a lot of people wish they were in your shoes. 

“You’re working out twice a day. You’re taking meal preps. You’re going on a strict schedule. Understanding your body, when to peak, which workouts is better for you to continue to get better in the areas you need to continue to grow. The combine, it’s a lengthy experience. 

“I got there (February) the 25th. You’re doing medical evals. You’re meeting with coaches, teams. You’re doing things for Madden EA, NFLPA. It’s a very cool experience, a very lengthy experience.”

Mumpfield also discussed what he’s emphasized in relation to the NFL Combine and the draft that follows. 

“Really, I think I just wanted to really work on getting stronger and faster, and my top-end speed. That’s been a thing I definitely want to work on,” Mumpfield said. “Just getting stronger, play strength for sure.”

Additionally, as a guest on a Steelers podcast, it makes sense the young receiver fielded a question regarding the possibility of remaining in Pittsburgh at the pro level. 

“I mean, yeah, it’d be amazing. And I have some ties to the Steelers,” Mumpfield said. “My head coach at Akron was Tom Arth. He’s the quarterbacks coach with the Steelers now. So, we have a really good relationship. 

“It’d be cool to be around some familiar faces, being in a familiar place, you know, not having to adjust too much to the situation because I know kind of what they expect, the standard, and things like that for sure.”