With several new college graduates trying out for NFL franchises, one of the most promising names is Makai Lemon, the USC wideout.

Lemon, a recipient of The Biletnikoff Award for the best college wide receiver, was asked about who he looks up to in the NFL.

“The type of grit he plays with. The way he can have a positive impact on the team without the ball in his hands,” Lemon said about St.Brown while speaking at the NFL Combine.

Lemon and St. Brown share a common connection, as they both played for USC.

Makai Lemon is one of the top draft prospects projected to be drafted in the first round.

NFL Analyst Mel Kiper has showered praise on Lemon, saying Lemon plays with his heart on his sleeve.

“This kid is a warrior who plays with passion. I’d want Lemon on my roster. He snatches the ball away from his body in an attacking manner, then runs with a fierce approach after the catch. He is one of my favorite players in the class, and he ranked third in the nation in receiving yards per game in 2025,” Kiper said.

NFL Insider Lance Zierlein also has high regard for Lemon. “High-skill, high-volume slot receiver with average size but extraordinary ball skills,” he writes.

Despite Makai Lemon’s accomplishments, what caught fans’ attention in the interview was his body language while answering the questions.

Fans find Makai Lemon’s way of responding hilarious

In the now, viral video that has over 10 million views, fans have gone into a frenzy, watching Lemon’s body language as he answers the question.

“Bro got the mannerisms of a GTA 5 character,” one fan noted, comparing his movements to the popular game.

“Why is bro overacting, rizzing the reporters up?” another fan hilariously commented.

Another fan seems to think Lemon has a career in music post football, saying, “Why is he moving like Jason Derulo?”

One fan explained this could be a show of confidence from the young rookie.

“He’s at the Combine, and I think he’s trying to show confidence in how he talks and answers questions, it’s just coming off the wrong way lol”, the fan commented.

With the NFL draft scheduled to start on April 23^rd, all eyes are on Lemon to see where he will end up.

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Written by

Shyam Hari

Edited by

Kalp Thaker