Found January 31, 2011 on
Bleacher Report:
Height: 6'4"
Weight: 270 pounds
40-yard dash: 4.64 seconds
Bench Press: 25 reps at 225 pounds
Vertical: 40 inches
Actually, these are the stats of the widely regarded biggest linebacker in the NFL today, Sean Merriman.
Brandon Jacobs is the same height and only five pounds lighter than "Lights Out." Plus, Jacobs actually ran an impressive 4.56 seconds in the combine, which absolutely dominates Sean Merriman's time at his Pro Day. If Jacobs changed positions today, he would be considered one of the biggest and most athletic linebackers in the NFL.
Many defensive players fear playing the New York Giants, because it means they have to take on the task of tackling Jacobs. Even Ray Lewis has respect for him, as he called him physical and hard to take down.
So why has Brandon Jacobs only been running for a mere 4.6 yards per carry since 2008? The answer is Kevin Gilbride.
I know! It may seem like I'm just dogging on the Giant's offensive coordinator, as m...
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