At 6-foot-5 and 315 pounds, Detroit (Mich.) Cass Tech defensive tackle Joseph Barksdale can be a pretty intimidating presence meeting him in person. His laid back demeanor and easy-going attitude will put you at ease, however. What Barksdale does not want you to confuse, though, is that he possesses the same mentality on the football field.

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