Stand-out cornerback D.J. Moore has proven to be more than just a weapon on defense for the Commodores. The versatile junior has also seen time as a returner, wide receiver and even quarterback for Vanderbilt. He spoke with the Vanderbilt Hustler about the toughest Southeastern Conference receiver to defend, why he changed his number to 17 and settles the mystery of who in fact is the funniest guy on the football team.

Vanderbilt Hustler: What was the locker room like after the Kentucky game?
D.J. Moore: I mean, it was exciting because when you win you are always excited, and it was a little extra for some, but overall it was just like any other win.

VH: You're the third Commodore player to win National Defensive Player of the Week honors. What does that say about the Vanderbilt defensive unit?
DJ: I think it is a compliment to the recruiting. You get better players in, and when you get better players, the team gets better and the team gets noticed.

VH: You have been in the Southeastern Conference for three years now. Who would you say is the toughest guy you have had to defend?
DJ: There are so many great players, but I would have to say Percy Harvin. He does everything.

VH: How about A.J. Green (freshmen receiver at Georgia)? Both of you being from South Carolina, did you know him or ever play against him in high school?
DJ: No, I didn't know him or play against him, but he was pretty good, too.

VH: After freshman year, you changed you number from 16 to 17. Was there any reason for that?
DJ: I didn't really care. My roommate Teriall (Brannon) wanted 16, so I was going to switch, and I didn't play too well when I was 16, so it didn't matter.

VH: You have played all over the field this season (kick returner, wide receiver, cornerback and quarterback), and are the only player in the SEC to do that. Do you have a favorite position?
DJ: Well, cornerback is better, because if I am a receiver, running a route, you don't always expect to get the ball, so I think it is a little more of a challenge on defense to catch the ball.

VH: Do you have a favorite NFL team?
DJ: The (Dallas) Cowboys.

VH: Do you have a NFL player you try to model your game after?
DJ: I really like Deion Sanders.

VH: When we ask players who the funniest guy on the team is, a lot of guys say you. What do you think about that?
DJ: (Brent) Trice is funny.