Georgia Tech defensive tackle Adam Gotsis, who’s recovering from knee surgery, had a long chat with Falcons coach Dan Quinn at the school’s Pro Day on Friday.
Gotsis, who’s 6-foot-5 and 287 pounds, is four months away from recovery. He’s an intriguing NFL prospect.
“Basically, he was just telling me how he’s coached an Australian player before,” Gotsis said about his chat with Quinn. “He coached Jesse Williams up at Seattle, and knows the type of worker that he was.”
Gotsis felt comfortable chatting with Quinn.
“I think he’s a big fan of the Australian Rules game,” Gotsis said. “If they pick me up maybe I can take him Down Under for a game or something.”
Gotsis suffered a knee injury against Virginia on Oct. 29. He hurt his knee on the first play from scrimmage in the Yellow Jackets’ 27-21 loss to the Cavaliers.
Gotsis, a captain and three-year starter, was the team’s best defensive player with 31 tackles, five for loss. He is about four months away from a full recovery.
“He was basically telling me to stay positive with the knee,” Gotsis said. “Things are going to happen for you. He thinks I’m a great player, basically (he said) look after that knee and you’re going to have a great career. Not to rush it, just enjoy it for what it is.”
Gotsis was happy to talk about Australian Rules football with Quinn.
“It’s about 200 yards long and 150 yards wide,” Gotsis said of the field. “It’s a big oval. You have guys that run 16 miles in a game, that’s where I think I get my motor from. I grew up playing that sport. I feel like I can run all day. The whole thing is that I just want an opportunity with a team, and I feel if I get that, I’ll be successful.”
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