I agree the strong safety position has seen a larger player, especially at the pro level.
I kind of take issue with the smaller LB's Louisville has played the last couple seasons it seems like 200lbs is a good weight and attainable for a college player but after 5-years in a DI strength program Spencer is still 185lbs.
There's a reason the bench press test in the NFL combine is 225 lbs, they figure that is the average weight of the pro player and I doubt it's much less at the DI level.
Lets for arguements sake say 215 lbs or 210lbs.
Spencer sounded like he welcomed the change, although what other attitude can you have when your told your moving positions really?
I dont know if he is the answer for that position but I too will trust in coach English and say he is putting the best player on the roster to have a smashmouth defense.
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