Life in the NFL has already begun for former Rutgers linebacker Quentin Gause who signed with the Philadelphia Eagles as an undrafted free agent following the 2016 NFL Draft. Since then, he’s already started working towards earning a roster spot and continuing his football career at the professional level.

“I was there for the rookie camp, OTAs and the veteran mini-camp. It’s different,” Gause said. “Guys don’t know who you are and you have to show them through your play on the field. But just asking guys about their experience and learning is awesome.”

Always a workout warrior, Gause is now back at home in Rochester, N.Y., where his daily training continues.

“I am just in grind mode for these next six or seven weeks. It is all about getting better,” Gause said.

Getting better is not just limited to becoming faster and stronger, but also becoming more adept when it comes to the mental aspect of the game.

“I know they want me to be able to play all the linebacker positions,” Gause said. “They expect me to come in and be physical on the field, play fast and do it at a high level. It is a defense where you have to attack and do your job. Adjusting to the mental game is so important coming into the league. You have to know what you are doing."

Gause is now weighing in at 240 pounds and has maintained that weight since first joining the Eagles.

Gause is also coming off a strong senior season at Rutgers in which he collected 96 tackles, 12 of which were for loss. He’s also proven to be very capable as a special teams player.

“Special teams helps guys get on the field,” Gause said. “It is a very serious thing and from my background at Rutgers, I feel like I have been gelling very well to my transition to the Eagles.”

Now that Gause has donned an NFL jersey, he is already seeing an upgrade in the attention he’s been receiving.

“You look at Facebook and Instagram, and your messages and friend requests build up. But that is what happens when you play at the highest level, the pinnacle of football,” Gause said. “It’s a blessing.”

Gause was not one to get caught up in any accolades and remained humble throughout his college career at Rutgers. Even the time he is now spending back in his hometown of Rochester is low-key.

“I have been preparing for this time for so long that I am going to utilize my time wisely and not just do nothing,” Gause said. “I am continuing to train a lot and when I have some time, I rest, visit family, read books. I just keep my mind going.”

The countdown is on to July 27th when Gause will begin training camp with the Eagles.

“These past couple of weeks I have definitely improved. I am super excited about this training camp. I know it’s weeks away, but I am really excited to go out there and throw some pads on and start hitting.”