DL profile: physical, mentally tough, athletic & plays with a high motor! *PHYSICAL: #1 attribute for a DL is physicality. I am looking for the classic tough guy. The guy that will get In without hesitation and mix it up. The guy that refuses to stay blocked. A DL loves to be in the middle of controlled mania! No question there is a difference between DL & OL. The classic OL can be referred to as the good old boy. The classic DL is looked at as the alpha. That is not always true, but it is a starting point as I look at potential DL and players that play with a high motor. *MENTALITY: A DL is mentality tough and assertive. A DL never cares about being double teamed. A DL invites competition. A DL encourages contact and desires to be challenged. A DL never backs down. A DL is a fierce competitor & high energy with a high motor. DL are among the toughest players on the team. A DL is at times high maintenance. A DL is vocal. DL are a rare breed. Each player is differe
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