Charles Westphal caught up with a quarterback prospect who visited during the Duke Football Camp.

Josh Byrum (2009) QB - Victory Christian, Charlotte, N.C.

1) How did the Duke camp go, Josh?  How did you feel about the guys that you were "repping" against? 
 Josh: I really liked it. Coach Roper worked with me. The other QB's were really good, but the thing that surprised me the most about the camp was the speed (ie of the receivers and defensive backs).

2) As you self evaluate, what were some of the things that you needed to work on?
Josh: I'm always working on my technique--specifically my drops.

3) How about your footwork?
Josh: I'm always working on that. (Josh politely indicated that improving footwork is something that is habitual).

4) How do your classify yourself as a QB? Are you pro-style or a dual guy?
Josh: Pro style.

5) Where else have you camped?
Josh: I camped at Missouri a few weeks. ago. The camp went very well. I received good coaching there, also.

6) So what are the schools that have confirmed interest?
Josh: NC State, Duke, and Missouri

7)What are your goals going into the season?
Josh: Just getting it all together. Last year, I threw for 12 or 13 TD's and for 1300 passing yards. We run a lot of our offense out of the I formation. We were 6-4 last season, and I feel confident that we'll be in the playoffs.

8) So, I'm assuming that with that formation that it naturally gives you time to set up play action?
Josh: Absolutely. Also, we have a good set of running backs as well.

9) Did you get to visit with Coach Cut?
Josh: Not really, he was overseeing everything. Coach Roper was very solid, though.

Thanks, Josh
Josh: Thank you, sir.