ivotuk
Well-known member
An older story, but still a valid point:
Not to Be Overlooked: A Pass-Rusher's Natural Advantage to Being Short
"Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald is the best in the business right now. He doesn't come close to fitting prototypical standards.
During the predraft process, the defensive tackle measured just under 6'1". He also weighs 285 pounds, which is at least 10-15 pounds lighter than a typical interior defender.
Before being drafted, the Pitt product scoffed at the notion his size would be a hindrance.
"Size doesn't mean anything," Donald told me at the 2014 Senior Bowl. "If you can play the game of football, you can play."
https://bleacherreport.com/articles/266 ... eing-short
Not to Be Overlooked: A Pass-Rusher's Natural Advantage to Being Short
"Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald is the best in the business right now. He doesn't come close to fitting prototypical standards.
During the predraft process, the defensive tackle measured just under 6'1". He also weighs 285 pounds, which is at least 10-15 pounds lighter than a typical interior defender.
Before being drafted, the Pitt product scoffed at the notion his size would be a hindrance.
"Size doesn't mean anything," Donald told me at the 2014 Senior Bowl. "If you can play the game of football, you can play."
https://bleacherreport.com/articles/266 ... eing-short
