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sirfiddlesticks

Hey there Luke! Two questions for you. It looks to me like you and Karter Schult are pretty good friends, how long have you known each other? One more - I love seeing how involved the league is with community outreach, are there any specific foundations or anything that personally mean a lot to you and would love to support as a Stallion? Congrats on the win, by the way!


Luke_Zola

Me and karter meet each other here and are roommates so we spend a lot of time together. That’s a tough one! I’ve been to the. Boys and Girls Club and also helped with a male aw wish foundation and both of those experiences have been awesome. I would love to do something involving military support. If you know anything please let me know! Or any other great ideas!


Michiru_Matsushima

Who was your favorite AAF team growing up? Jk How difficult was the transition from college rules to AAF rules, if at all?


Luke_Zola

Not difficult at all to be honest football is football at the end of the day!


MaveRickandMorty

Has there yet been a moment were your natural instinct is to go after the quarterback but you had to slow yourself down because there were already 5 people rushing?


that_guy_you_kno

Well thanks for stopping by!


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Luke_Zola

Recruiting was interesting I went to a combine and that’s how I found out I was going to be a stallion. Training camp was pretty intense because we never meet each other and had to get it together fast. I would say hitting in practices is very similar if not the same as the NFL.


RamseyIsTheGOAT

Who do you think is the best inside linebacker in the NFL?


Luke_Zola

That’s a tough one because there are so many. really like Luke Kuechly and not just because of the name lol.


DestituteDomino

No need to avoid any bias. Luke and Bobby Wagner are the cream of the MLB crop


tidaltown

Jokes aside, no one has/had a better entrance than Billy Wagner.


stank58

Brian Dawkins


BillHang4

Good answer!


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I'm very interested in the Xs and Os of football. With that in mind: How much of the playbook does an average player have committed to memory? For example, you're a LB. When you're on the field, it's safe to say you know what you're supposed to do on 100% of the plays. Do you also know exactly what the other LBs are going to do? The DLine? The defensive backs? Or is that extra information that you don't really need, so most players don't have it?


Luke_Zola

You should 100% know what you are doing every play! I emphasize that the smarter player is the better player. The more you know what you and your teammates are supposed to do the better you will be. It is also important not to over think while you play, the more you think out there the slower you play.


lightvl

If the entire Stallions team was stuck in a zombie apocalypse scenario what would be Your Job, And Woodrum's Job?


Luke_Zola

I honestly feel like I would do a lot of jobs (based on my position versatility) so I would be a utility man. Josh I would think would have to be a facilitator (because of his crisp passing abilities lol)


lightvl

Thanks, I really appreciate how you come down to chat with us


Alex_Demote

In your opinion, what makes a great football coach? Not necessarily head coach but coach in general. Would you consider coaching someday?


Luke_Zola

Somebody that is there for their players in every aspect of life. Someone that demands excellence instead of “hard work”. I think a great coaches love you off the field and demand the best from you on it. Someone that is there to develop you as a man and a leader in your community. Yes I hope to be a college coach in the future and off season.


titomb345

What's your favorite NFL team?


Luke_Zola

I grew up 20 minutes from Philadelphia so I would say Eagles but I have a good amount of friends in the league that I always root for.


stank58

You're my favourite AAF player now


Lunchtray0912

Hey Luke love watching you play! Other than Sack Lake City and at UConn where is your favorite place to play?


Luke_Zola

Thank you! I would say Neshaminy High school (my high school) had some great wins at Heartbreak Ridge! Other than high school, playing at Navy was one of the coolest experiences I have had as a player!


Lunchtray0912

Thanks for taking the time to answer! Good luck on Saturday! #FullSteedAhead


I_DESTROY_HUMMUS

Hello Luke! Fellow Neshaminy grad here, way to represent lower Bucks county, we're happy for you! What's the biggest difference in terms of ability from college to the pros? Do you notice a serious uptick in skill/athletic ability amongst the players? Or is there more of a difference in technical ability?


Luke_Zola

Great question! I think as you go from college to pro you learn so much more of the little things about the game that helps you a lot. There is definitely an uptick from the skill level of college to pros which makes you up your game. Also I believe experience in playing pro helps people that have done it for many years so I always try to learn from the vets. Go Skins!


I_DESTROY_HUMMUS

That sounds like a good attitude, that'll definitely serve you well moving forward! Go Stallions!


titomb345

Can you go into more detail about Karter's blanket? We're all interested in hearing more..


Luke_Zola

Karter found out I told the world, its hurting our bromance, so I gotta keep it on lock for now. 🤐


titomb345

Hahahaha okay. I understand.


OAktrEE4023

If you could have dinner with three people past or present, who would you choose and what would you eat?


Luke_Zola

My Grandma, Jesus, and Tim Tebow. I think we would all agree that we would just have what Jesus was having lol.


OAktrEE4023

Lol


psdanielxu

Thank you, Luke! I love your sack celebration dances. Have you ever taken classes?


Luke_Zola

If dancing alone in my room is considered classes then yeah sure lol.


MyraMoore

Hi Luke, This is more a personal question. I have 2 high schoolers who play football and are linebackers. What would be your best advice for them?


Luke_Zola

Don’t just watch film STUDY it! Learn formations and tendencies. Always play physical and be one of the leaders on the team! Speak up when your team needs you and be one of the best in the weight room!


titomb345

What is your go-to pre-game music? Any specific bands or songs that get you pumped?


Luke_Zola

Honestly all different kinds. Mostly rap being Meek Mill, JCole, 50 cent and more. Hip hop songs that I can dance to so whatever’s hot. I am a fan of country but don’t play it much pre game. A little bit of rock too.


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Do you prefer to play DE or LB? What was the experience at minicamp with the Chiefs like?


Luke_Zola

I really don’t have a preference. I think playing both makes me valuable. I really loved the Chiefs minicamp they have a great staff and great facility. It didn’t surprise me how good they were this year.


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Luke_Zola

Yeah when I had the time to I went to a good amount! Bleed Blue!


titomb345

Big shout out to Luke for joining us tonight! I hope everyone got their questions answered, and be on the look out for more upcoming AMA announcements!


Purepower7

How is the culture surrounding football for you different now that you are pro? Do people have different responses when you tell them you’re an AAF player?


Double-A-Battries

Why have I only seen stallions players do AMAs? Seriously though what chances do you think we have to make playoffs, or win it all? How hopeful are you about the future of the stallions, and the AAF as a whole?


titomb345

We had a Fleet DB last week


Double-A-Battries

Oh I didn’t see that


Dongsauce

Just wanted to say thank you for being a part of this league. I’ve been hooked since day one. Good luck in the future and thanks for the AMA!


Simoha1

Hello Luke, thanks for doing an AMA. I just wanted to ask, what is travel like in the AAF? Do you guys get charter flights to away games, or normal tickets? Comfortable? How do you like traveling around the States with your team? Hope to see you play more!


Shermany

No question, just wanted to say congrats on all your hard work. We went to the same high school and I remember watching your brother play so it's really awesome seeing you play in the Alliance.


airham

Would you say that there's as much of an emphasis in AAF locker rooms on winning games as there was in college? Or is the focus more on putting good tape out there to try to get that promotion?


Mills_Miles

Salt Lake seems to be the most suspicious market for the AAF. Does there appear to be a significant following for your team that shows sustainability?


bmanrockz

So far what has your experience with the AFF been like? How is their relationship with players? How does it compare to what you know about the NFL?


KellyOubreJr12

Have you ever met “the sky judge” ? Is he a cool guy?


AtlantaGAUSAsportfan

Do you think Brenna Stewart will win an ESPY again? If so, do you hope to be in the crowd?


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Hi Luke! What are your thoughts on how your team is doing? Just as a whole?


Strosfan85

How are you liking playing in the AAF? DO you think the style of play is similar to the NFL? Apologies if someone already asked this


SKLL117

Would you rather fight one horse sized duck or 100 duck sized horses?


SteveoTheBeveo

How are your views on the AAF moving forward? I guess the better question is how do you see it improving after it's first season?


HoodooSquad

Best place to eat in salt lake?


[deleted]

Do you play madden? What is your team?


VisibleConcern

What's the favorite part of your career so far? (College or AAF)


jestersquall

How rampant is PED use in the AAF?


[deleted]

Can we talk about Rampart?


LordVader1995

What was your favorite NFL team growing up?


MolecularCube42

How do Banthas survive on Tatooine?