Sumo as OL or DL?

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I was reviewing this LivingSocial deal: https://livingsocial.com/events/cities/ ... e-citywide

And I thought- is there any evidence (or history) that a sumo wrestler might become a good NFL lineman, or vice-versa?

To me, it seems like it sure would be possible, as they are known to have great burst, hands, balance, and strength...

Thoughts??
 
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Funny never saw the movie, but now maybe I should! ... I'll tell my wife it's "research"... I'm sure she'll understand.
 

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I've seen it brought up in other places. I believe it's a stamina issue for the most part.
 

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Basis4day":3dtd0xjf said:
I've seen it brought up in other places. I believe it's a stamina issue for the most part.
Well, if you're going to get serious......:)

There's also the whole issue of how much ground they can cover. A sumo mat is only about 8 feet in diameter IIRC, maybe smaller. A lineman of either stripe will need to maneuver and cover a lot more ground than that. It's not just about bulk and strength, or as was stated in the movie, "pushing people around."
 

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Basis4day":10b7169b said:
I've seen it brought up in other places. I believe it's a stamina issue for the most part.

Stamina and the fact that they've never played football before.

Would an OL/DL make for a good sumo wrestler? I wouldn't think so, and I'd suggest that NFL players are probably better athletes for the most part.
 

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