Not an NFL player by any stretch of the imagination.
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2016 CFB News & Notes (National)
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I don't see a news report that Powell was cut. In fact, I just saw a profile on Steelers Depot that published today (written by a Buffs fan).
http://www.steelersdepot.com/2016/0...scouting-report-colorado-rb-christian-powell/
http://www.steelersdepot.com/2016/0...scouting-report-colorado-rb-christian-powell/
Powell should have been an NFL player but he just couldn't stay healthy. Too many concussions for a guy who's best trait is running into other guys.
I disagree. He simply wasn't good enough.
Yep. Unfortunately, Powell does not have the speed to play in the NFL at the RB position. That was pretty evident. FB might have been a different question, but since its rarely used, he probably would have had the same chances.
He was never going to be a tailback. The NFL doesn't use the FB as much as it did but they are still out there and Pow could have been a very good one. Can't be good though in the training room and he just couldn't keep his head away from contact. If I were a pro team I would hesitate to keep him for that reason.
That's a good summary of last season.
The team lost one game at home. What more could you really ask for from a student perspective? The Pac-12 is overrated narrative is tired. Yes Utah and Arizona lost a round before they were supposed to but other than that it was mostly lower seeds losing where they should have and Cal losing when they lost their senior guard to a broken hand, top bench player to illness and best player to foul trouble. This is just more excuses and ****ting on a good Colorado team for no reason.
For being such a big back, it seemed like he was our worst short yardage guy, and he seemed to fumble at the most inopportune moments (Hawaii and USC come to mind off the top).
Doctors told the coaching staff he would be fine as long as he didn't hit anyone or get hit in the head.
Gone.
He probably wouldn't have a shot at the NFL even if he was healthy so best for him not to risk scrambling his brains in meaningless training camp drills.
What's with the concussion stuff that you kee bringing up? CP is not some poster child for getting concussions and is not the only guy to get one or will get one in the future. He simply wasn't good enough. End of story.
Pow gave a lot to CU. Luck to him on his next endeavor!
I know, WTF Mtn?
I remember Pow missing time at least twice due to concussions. He had other injuries as well but is a tough guy and played through a lot.
Having a concussion or two isn't unusual for a college football player and many go on to have extended careers after. Problem for Powell is that his style of play seems to lend itself to taking a lot of hard hits, he doesn't exactly avoid contact.
If he was a guy who had a high probability of making a team and making substantial money the risk may be worth considering. He isn't a guy who is likely to make a bunch of money off the NFL. As many have already posted he isn't a great prospect and plays a position that isn't in high demand. Might be best for him to move on with his memories and his degree and move on with life.
Having a concussion or two isn't unusual for a college football player and many go on to have extended careers after. Problem for Powell is that his style of play seems to lend itself to taking a lot of hard hits, he doesn't exactly avoid contact.
If he was a guy who had a high probability of making a team and making substantial money the risk may be worth considering. He isn't a guy who is likely to make a bunch of money off the NFL. As many have already posted he isn't a great prospect and plays a position that isn't in high demand. Might be best for him to move on with his memories and his degree and move on with life.
Is the CUBuffs website reputable enough http://www.cubuffs.com/ViewArticle.dbml?ATCLID=205652017 Look at the listing for 2014 which states which games he missed in that season, and states due to concussion.
I also think it's weird for fans to say things like, "Because of the concussions he sustained, it may be best if he just hangs it up". A lot of that was being thrown around with Gillam months ago as well, and I never quite understood why fans think they know what's personally best for a person's life.
I was referring to your declarative statement on why he was released by the Steelers.
Didn't you hear? If you have an internet connection it means you are able to make diagnoses that the ignorant would assume only someone's personal physician would be qualified to make.
Didn't think that was declarative, more speculative but we don't have a font for that. Steelers certainly don't release their reasoning for any cut, just speculating on balancing his talent level vs. a risk level.
We have also seen enough players who have suffered from long-term effects of head injuries that I have been pretty consistent in advocating that guys with a history should consider (with independent medical advice) giving up the game in favor of long-term safety.
I could throw in all the disclaimers but then people would complain about length of post.
This board is becoming so sensitive.
Is that a concussion joke?
If I double wrap it, will it become less sensitive (asking for a friend)?
