haven't read the whole thread but, of what i've seen, i totally agree.redVgirl said:
the argument of many league fans here that the american football is a game only for fat fellas certainly haven't seen the likes of LaDainlain Tomlinson, Randy Moss, Terrell Owens and co in full flight. also, this (the fatness of players) is generally the comment heard south of the border from AFL fans when they see players such as O'Meleey, Webcke, & Bailey running around the park. Nobody here would doubt the strength, power & athleticism of these guys (i don't) despite their size, and the same should be applied to the big guys in the NFL, the elite competition of their sport. NFL linemen can run sub-5 sec 40yds, show great agility, and are just as quick off the mark as the leaner players on their teams. Their positions require size as: on offence they form a wall to protect the QB on passing plays or use their strength to form lanes for the extremely agile or powerful running backs to run through; on defence, they need speed and agility but also need size to work through or around their large opponents and then attempt to disrupt the QB or running back on the play.
ozhawks preoocupation on injuries is worrysome. but, the excessive padding is required in american football. the nature of the game is such that in the early years (pre-helmet), there were many serious head injuries from direct clashes. it is extremely violent on the line of scrimmage.
nicely said (for the most part). two different games yes, but both have their roots in rugby. the forward pass in american football revolutionised that game. but, i enjoy both games greatly.redVgirl said:
