Quote:The NFL typically sets size standards by informal consensus. Most standards are arrived at based on decades and decades worth of experience.

 

I wouldn't want to go into much detail as there are those that seem to hang on every word and phrase imaginable in order to argue about their personal favorite draft prospect.

 

So, let's just say that there are exceptions to norms, but more favorable measureables are desired.

Quote:If you can't see over the center, then you can't be forewarned about the incoming penetration.

Quote:JW, a tall defensive lineman may lack leverage at the point of attack to a modestly sized offensive lineman. When John Henderson got up there in years this became an issue

Quote:Same goes for an offensive lineman. You don't see too many 6'8" guards because the name of the game on the interior line is typically getting underneath the defensive tackles.