Eels in the media

[Eelementary]

That stuff can be learned a lot easier than size/athleticism can be.
The real disadvantage these players have is the infrastructure is already there in US college system.

One of the reasons Hayne was not used at the 49ers, even as a kick/punt returner, is because he struggled to learn the lay book.

Athletically gifted as he was, he struggled to understand how to read blocking patterns, and which way to run.

And in terms of live snaps, he never knew which block to follow.

I wish Aukafolau luck, but I don't think he will go too far; it takes years to learn the nuances of gridiron, and learn a coach's playbook.

 

[Incorrect]

That stuff can be learned a lot easier than size/athleticism can be.

Agreed. I'm having a devil of a time learning how to be taller and musclier....

 

[Eelementary]

Agreed. I'm having a devil of a time learning how to be taller and musclier....

Ask Shane Flanagan for some tips...

 

[84 Baby]

One of the reasons Hayne was not used at the 49ers, even as a kick/punt returner, is because he struggled to learn the lay book.

Athletically gifted as he was, he struggled to understand how to read blocking patterns, and which way to run.

And in terms of live snaps, he never knew which block to follow.

II wish Aukafolau luck, but I don't think he will go too far; it takes years to learn the nuances of gridiron, and learn a coach's playbook.

The ones who have more detail to learn will have a tougher time of it but line players are either blocking or tackling the guy in front of them. That stuff is easier to learn

 

[Angry_eel]

One of the reasons Hayne was not used at the 49ers, even as a kick/punt returner, is because he struggled to learn the lay book.

Athletically gifted as he was, he struggled to understand how to read blocking patterns, and which way to run.

And in terms of live snaps, he never knew which block to follow.

II wish Aukafolau luck, but I don't think he will go too far; it takes years to learn the nuances of gridiron, and learn a coach's playbook.

Probably something you learn from childhood

 

[Eelementary]

The ones who have more detail to learn will have a tougher time of it but line players are either blocking or tackling the guy in front of them. That stuff is easier to learn

The NFL draft focuses a lot of their attention on O-line players on their aptitudes, and IQ's; it's often said that the most intelligent players in a football team are actually the offensive linesmen.

They need to be switched on, not just mindless meatheads.

 

[Eelementary]

Probably something you learn from childhood

Yes, growing up playing as a child.

But what about a kid changing sports at 20?

It's not impossible, but it is very, very difficult.

 

[Poupou Escobar]

One of the reasons Hayne was not used at the 49ers, even as a kick/punt returner, is because he struggled to learn the lay book.

Athletically gifted as he was, he struggled to understand how to read blocking patterns, and which way to run.

And in terms of live snaps, he never knew which block to follow.

I wish Aukafolau luck, but I don't think he will go too far; it takes years to learn the nuances of gridiron, and learn a coach's playbook.

And unlike Hayne he's not athletically gifted so I don't see why any merkin in the NFL would even give Aukafolau an opportunity.

 

[Johnny88]

 

[Gary Gutful]

Going straight to the Pool Room!

 

[Gronk]

 

[strider]

But we wont be knocking them out

 

[84 Baby]

And unlike Hayne he's not athletically gifted so I don't see why any merkin in the NFL would even give Aukafolau an opportunity.

I reckon he’s been just gymming it up since last heard of and is a tank now and considering a tackle position. If so, even though his tackling want notable by league standards, it’s probably enough to get a foot in the door.
Can not see him being considered for any other position. Unless maybe he happens to be an exceptional long snapper.

 

[84 Baby]

But we wont be knocking them out

Maybe Dylan’s considering physical revenge on Chinry

 

[Gronk]

https://www.tab.com.au/sports/betting/Rugby%20League/competitions/NRL%20Futures

 

[84 Baby]

Going straight to the Pool Room!

*Poo

 

[I'm a loser baby...]

But we wont be knocking them out

Shhhhh

 

[King-Gutho94]

But we wont be knocking them out

BA said in the presser yesterday there is no second chances in finals.

 

[strider]

BA said in the presser yesterday there is no second chances in finals.

FFS we have no f**king idea! .... sack them all

 

[yy_cheng]

Is there grubbery in nfl. If nas went there and introduced it would it chnage the whole game