(12-08-2023, 09:51 PM)imtheblkranger Wrote: Christian McCaffery could only get 8 reps @ 225lbs on the bench at the combine, I was benching more than that before my daughter was born, but he’s clearly a stronger guy than me. Just like the Hurts can squat 600lbs stuff. Doesn’t always mean something on the field.

I would venture to say a NFL strength program is pretty far advanced over a simple 5x5 program. I’m sure progressive overload is a key component of their program though.

For Trevor, I’m not sure adding a lot of muscle to his legs would be a good idea. He was able to avoid injuries BECAUSE he’s leaner and flexible. I’m sure some would be good, but there’s a fine line we don’t want him to cross. If he had tree trunk legs he likely would have torn something being twisted like he did Monday

Yep. Strength can be gained in a variety of ways. If I had my choice? I would honestly prefer a natural development in strength that primarily focuses on body weight, power and flexibility. Lawrence's flexibility is pretty impressive for a guy of his height. I have seen several former QB's comment on his ability to drop low from the pocket, use his hips, set his feet, etc. It's not easy. 

I have a lot of respect for behemoths in the weight lifting community as well. Range of motion is longer for those guys due to overall length. It's a hell of a lot harder to drive 225+ pounds off your chest or launch out of the hole with 400+ pounds on your shoulders on a barbell squat when you're 6'5+ Vs being the average guy at 5'8 - 5'9 give or take. Arnold gets a lot of credit in the community for putting it on the map back in the 1970's and he was 6'2 I think. Pretty impressive. His main rival, Lou at 6'6 was pretty crazy.

Granted, those dudes JUICED, but, still, LOL, you had to put the work in.

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