It has been well documented that wrestling has a positive impact on football players. These coaches would certainly agree with that.
“Wrestlers make coaching football easy. They have balance, coordination, and as a coaching staff, we know they’re tough.”
–Tom Osborne, College Hall of Fame football coach-University of Nebraska
“I love wrestlers. They are tough and they make great football players.”
– Mike Stoops, National Championship football coach-University of Oklahoma
“I would have all of my offensive linemen wrestle if I could.”
-John Madden, Hall of Fame football coach
“I draft wrestlers because they are tough. I have never had a problem with a wrestler.”
–Joe Gibbs, Hall of Fame football coach.
Football and Wrestling: A perfect match!