If Athletes From Other Sports Played Football

Filed in archive NFL on February 8, 2008

What athletes from other sports would have been good football players? Some are obvious, but some are less so. Let's take a look at the All-Pro "Could've Been Football Players" team.

OFFENSE

Quarterback - Jason Kidd, 6'4", 210: A great passer and mobile, he could be a lot like Vince Young. But probably more accurate.

Running Back - Jose Reyes, 6'1", 200: Possessing blazing speed, the Mets shortstop would break ankles.

Fullback - Pat Hurst (LPGA), 5'6", 225?: Perfect for the blocking back position, what SI.com said about her is all you need to know: "The 36-hole final doesn't bode well for Hurst, an unmade bed of a woman who doesn't seem to be in training for a marathon, or perhaps even a jog around the block. Her best hope is to play 18 and summon her remaining reserves to do a rain dance."

Tight End - LeBron James, 6'8", 240: With his incredible leaping ability, he'd be the ultimate red zone target.

Offensive Tackle - Shaquille O'Neal, 7'1", 325: So he's not what he used to be, but it'll still be tough to get past him.

Offensive Guard - Butterbean, 5'11", 395: Moving him out of the wouldn't be easy.

Center - Kevin Stadler (PGA), 5'10", 250: His dad was nicknamed "The Walrus", so if he can just get in the way, that should be enough.

Wide Receiver - Allen Iverson, 6'0", 175: Former prep QB, we know he has the toughness to play and take hits over the middle.

DEFENSE (Our team runs a 4-3 front)

Defensive End - Chris Simon (NHL), 6'3", 220: Forget his size, he's an expert in bending the rules, so to speak. He'd get to the quarterback.

Defensive Tackle - Yao Ming, 7'6", 310: Go ahead and try to throw a pass over the middle.

Outside Linebacker - Mike Tyson, 5'11", 235: You gonna block him?

Middle Linebacker - Tonya Harding, 5'1", 235?: Watch out for your knees.

Safety - alex rodriguez, 6'3", 225: Just hope he doesn't have to make a game saving tackle in the playoffs.

Cornerback - Roger Federer, 6'1", 180: More quick than fast, not much has gotten by him in his career.

Kicker/Punter - Johnny Weir, Figure Skater: Look him up if you don't know who he is.

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