Re: Could "King" James make it in the NFL?
 

I dont think LeBron would have a problem playing in the NFL, its not like he's talking about playing baseball - he wouldnt make a high school team in that sport.

Re: Could "King" James make it in the NFL?
 

Oh! these lockouts....now taking my talents to the NFL, please!!

Re: Could "King" James make it in the NFL?
 

I think people are underestimating both the brutality and strategy associated with basketball...but that doesn't mean LeBron would be successful in the NFL...well depends on how we're defining successful

Re: Could "King" James make it in the NFL?
 

[quote=freddyg12;846620]Those of you old enough will remember when Bo Jackson signed w/the Raiders & said he would play football half a season as a "hobby." So many nfl players spoke up, pissed at him. then he came in & ran people over & everyone talked about how great he was.

It is different for Lebron though, like you said - 10 years. Bo was only away for 2-3 I think.[/quote]

If Bo Jackson would've just stuck to football he very well could've been one of the very best ever. Rare rare combination of ridiculous speed and power.

Re: Could "King" James make it in the NFL?
 

Bo Jackson is of a rare breed. Not going to find that people with that type of physical ability, talent and the skill to apply it to multiple sports.

Re: Could "King" James make it in the NFL?
 

[quote=SmootSmack;846654]I think people are underestimating both the brutality and strategy associated with basketball...but that doesn't mean LeBron would be successful in the NFL...well depends on how we're defining successful[/quote]

Come playoff time the intensity of the game makes it almost comparable to football. I just can't imagine what James would hope to accomplish aside from a little attention. There's no Basketball right now, but we haven't forgotten he's out there.

Re: Could "King" James make it in the NFL?
 

And no, LeBron is not of the same pedigree.

Re: Could "King" James make it in the NFL?
 

Make it? Yes.

Last more than a season? No.