What if I want to play receiver?.......And running back?
2007-01-10 06:56:23 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Sports ➔ Football (American)
The 40 is not the only thing that matters in playing.
How tall are you?
How much do you weigh?
How many times can you rep two plates on bench (225 lbs.)?
What is your vertical leap?
But as far as the 40...for semi-pro
WR/DB Range: 4.5 or below
RB Range: 4.6(maybe 4.7, if strong power back) or below.
College lineman run 5 second 40's. Your going semi-pro a step above college and a step below pro. I even had a guy on my high school team last year who ran a 5.1 40 who was 6'3" and 300 lbs.
4.6-4.8 is too high for WR/DB. That range fits for a TE/LB/FB and possibly a very good power RB.
As a DB you should build skills on reading routes, quarterback eyes and tendencies, and really study game film. Learn to cut off routes, jam receivers at line, and footwork on how to stay stride for stride with someone.
As a WR work on quick take offs, some blocking for when the run comes at you, running routes at full speed and learn a few motions of the body to make defenders pause or break coverage. Learn how to get away from a defender who tries to jam you at the line, practice catching as that is key, and learn how to read coverages so you can find soft spots to help the QB.
As a RB work on your leg strength, learn how to carry the ball with a firm grip, learn to read holes and tiny gaps and get a feel to pass block. Learn to run routes and read defensive blitzes. Define your style as an inside or outsider runner, a power or finesse back.
2007-01-10 07:04:38 · answer #1 · answered by Tyler E 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yeah. How much you lift and how good your 40 is holds no weight if you cannot play the position well. Your technique and brains are more important. Knowing what to do in certain situations, knowing effective moves to break through the line, and knowledge of the position and defensive schemes hold much more importance than these numbers. This is my beef with the NFL Scouting Combine. They make you think you have to lift a bunch of weight and run a good 40. That's all cosmetic. It doesn't matter. Now there is some strength required, but if you continue to lift and stay in shape, you dont need to worry about the numbers.
2016-05-23 05:25:52 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a freind that is a db for the Tennessee Vally Vipers. He is 6'0 and runs a 4.43 40. Which sounds about right. I have a hard time beleive that a late 4 or even a five will cut it. to be a running back, you don't have to have so much speed as you have to have good vision and be a smart runner. Receivers........i could'nt even tell you. I would imagine you have to be a burner on that turf and have some good hands.
2007-01-10 07:44:49 · answer #3 · answered by Bama Grad 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
under 5 if youve got good coverage, catching skills. 5 for a rb in a semipro league. Going to canada?
2007-01-10 07:18:24 · answer #4 · answered by jim_shoe31 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
4.6- 4.8 I run a 4.8 and i do quite well at corner back but speed isnt the most important thing if you have serious skills at corner then screw the 40 just play your game.
R.I.P Darrent Williams
2007-01-10 07:08:44 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A uniform with full pads and cleats. Probably a helmet, too.
2007-01-10 09:28:18 · answer #6 · answered by swingshift 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋