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re: Why Aren't There Any 7ft WRs?
Posted on 7/22/23 at 2:58 pm to CrimsonBuddha
Posted on 7/22/23 at 2:58 pm to CrimsonBuddha
I'd imagine a piece of the puzzle is the fact that human bone/tendon/joint/muscle density stays pretty consistent despite your genetic height.
Meaning taller folk are more prone to joint injury and wear + tear due to the extra load/leverage without the increased durability of the parts. With football, add in the repetitious nature of a full-time contact sport and everyone going for knee high tackles on you.
I'm guessing most 7 footers don't stand too good of a chance to get out of high school trying to play football much less college. They're better off physically and financially on the basketball court.
Meaning taller folk are more prone to joint injury and wear + tear due to the extra load/leverage without the increased durability of the parts. With football, add in the repetitious nature of a full-time contact sport and everyone going for knee high tackles on you.
I'm guessing most 7 footers don't stand too good of a chance to get out of high school trying to play football much less college. They're better off physically and financially on the basketball court.
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