Bench Press Numbers

CFetters_Nacho_Lover · March 2013

I'm hearing that Kim is telling people that the importance of the bench press is so 20 years ago. I wonder why the NFL combine places a premium on it:

Bench press repetitions of 225 are the standard. This is more than just an exercise for the biggest and strongest linemen. Most all players need upper body strength to excel. Even those at the "finesse" positions, such as wide receiver, use their arms and shoulders to release from, or shield, their opponents. Scouts don't get overly concerned with bench press numbers for a receiver or a quarterback, but the test is critical for offensive and defensive lineman. A lineman benching fewer than 20 times raises red flags.

nfl.com/combine/story?id=09000d5d80ecd9a3&template=without-video-with-comments&confirm=true

I wonder how people rate max bench press numbers for O-linemen:

Rating Max Weight
Superior 400
Excellent 380
Very Good 355
Good 330
Average 300
Marginal 260

criticalbench.com/sportstraining.htm

Hey Kimmy, you still don't know shit about football and it's showing with each and every ignorant statement you make as you try to prop up Sark.

RaceBannon · March 2013

BOOM! Roasted

RoadDawg55 · March 2013

It's fine to acknowledge that how they play is much more important than any measureable like a 40 or bench. There are a lot of guys who have incredible numbers in the weight room, but can't play for shit. However, to say bench press is so 20 years ago is fucking ridiculous. Typical Grinolds bullshit that shows his agenda and proves how little knowledge he has of the game.