Jake Sharp Getting Bigger

Add the Weight, But Keep the Speed

The recent reports on the lightning quick Jake Sharp are intriguing. Evidently, he's putting on a little bit of weight to withstand the rigors of the D1 game. Obviously, the staff knows what they're doing, but I do hope they alter that plan if Sharp even loses a millisecond of his speed. His cut and acceleration are his game and I don't want to see that diminished from both a competitive and entertainment standpoint. I think we've learned from experience though as Clark Green was allowed to bulk up too much in the middle of his career. Do not let Sharp make that mistake.

The early feedback is that it's paying off. He's already becoming a good pass blocker and that means he'll be on the field more. Also, his body fat is still at 7.5%. Looking forward to watching #1 in the spring game next Sunday.

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