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Originally Posted by ScriptOhio
I don't know about that, according to scout.com Martin is listed as only 215 lbs. If I had to guess I would say Martin will be red shirting this year to bulk up. Martin may very well be "the fullback of the future", but not necessarily "the fullback" for 2008.
IMHO, they may play him at two positions (DE and FB). Willie Mobley may not be able to crack the starting lineup at DE as a true freshman in 2008; however, he could still get meaningfull/significant playing time as a fullback.
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This whole biz of him being considered at FB is an enigma wrapped in a mystery to me. I'm guessing Willie must have a pretty good burst for him to be considered such a strong DE candidate, especially considering that, if memory serves me correctly, the boys at BN were not all that impressed w/his physique, said he was a bit soft, as I recall.
If JT/staff are considering him at FB as well as the DL, then he may be having to bulk down or at the very least, muscle-up from his 260 or so at what, 6-2'. If he is a fast as I'm thinking he must be, then losing some weight might/would increase his overall speed, but at his height and less weight, would he still be prime DL material?
Came back to edit this, let me also say that I imagine his overall gamesmanship must be world class and his attitude is second to none, considering that, if memory serves, he said that he would be willing to play anywhere needed to help out the team! I really expect great things here where ever he may contribute from. Glad he is getting his buckeye on!!