re: Are offensive linemen headed for 400 pounds?

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Are offensive linemen headed for 400 pounds?

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I don't think it's really a matter of weight. There are guys in the NFL who are under 300 lbs who are among the best OL in the world, and then there are guys in that same elite category who are 340 lbs It's really about if a guy can move, move defenders, protect the QB, and makes smart decisions.

So one day, I wouldn't be shocked to see an elite NFL OL who is close to 400 lbs, b/c he wouldn't be there unless he could do the other things well. What also comes into play is the frame of the guys. You can have two guys who are both 6'6" 300 lbs, but one looks more in shape because of a broader frame in the shoulders and hips.

There are plenty of giant 350 lbs OL even in HS, who are horrible players b/c they can't move around at all and you would probably just classify them as out of shape. However, if you find one who is in shape and can move, that's awesome.