Blood, Sweat N' Tears... taking my shot at the NFL

[jdflex23]

Played in a few semi pro leagues.. honestly I think there a joke. Played with several high level people, many D1 athletes and a few have been in the league.. I should have a sub 4.5 for sure, depends on how much technique work I will get in.

Have you heard of semi pro football OP? You might want to give that a try first. Alot of former pro players, or college players that didn't get picked up by a pro team will play that for a year to work on their skills.

What's your 40 time?

[jdflex23]

11/25/12

Days till Combine: 104

Training: metcon/squats

metcon: Grace 4:42 PR

Box Squats (sets performed every min on the min, till 315 then every two min on the min)
135x3
225x3
275x3
315x3
365x3
405x3 PR
315x3 5sets (every min on the min)

Front Squats
135x3 5sets (sets performed every min on the min)

Overhead Squats
Bar x 8 3sets

Training Notes: PR on box squats and "Grace"! Really going to work on improving front squats and overhead squats.. The weight isnt really an issue its the lack of mobility. This will be a focus over the next few months.

[executrix]

Gdjm.

How did you get the invite to the combine? What is the name of it? Aware us other starry eyed brahs.

[jdflex23]

The NFL has regional combines.

Gdjm.

How did you get the invite to the combine? What is the name of it? Aware us other starry eyed brahs.

[jdflex23]

11/26/12

Days till Combine: 103

Training: pressing workout

Bench (sets performed every min on the min)
185x3 5sets

Incline DB Press
75x18

Push Press (sets performed every min on the min)
95x3 2sets
115x3 2sets
135x3 2 sets
155x3 4 sets

Rear Delt work

Training Notes: still having the dilemma with bench, causes me some shoulder discomfort. Will continue to try to train around this, hopefully this problem remedies itself as I am working on my shoulder mobility.

[jdflex23]

11/27/12

Days till Combine: 102

Training: Deads (speedwork)

Metcon: thruster/chin ladder for time
3reps
6reps
9reps

Time: 3:19

Deads (sets performed every min on the min)
225x3 5sets

Training Notes: Well I'm sick, have all the flem caught in my throat.. Figured, I would back off training today so it wasn't much of a work out at all. 135 was used for thrusters.

[jdflex23]

Bulk has come to an end, I peaked out at about 215lbs. Going into a short two week cut to get bf back into check, then I will ramp calories back up a little as my training demands keep growing. New diet looks something like this.

Meal 1
3 egg whites
1 full egg
3 strips of bacon

Meal 2
6-8oz chicken or lean beef
1 sweet potato

Meal 3
6-8oz chicken or lean beef
1 cup cauliflower
2-4 cups whole milk

or

50g whey
2-4 cups whole milk

Post workout shake
50g whey
50g karbolic

Shake after each training session as I will be beginning two a days soon. Guessing on calories a little but approximately 2300-2500.

[jdflex23]

Where I am sitting right now.

[DSimp]

The NFL has regional combines.

I think what he meant was "How did you get invited?"

[EatnCleans]

Good Luck Brosky, lookin thick/tight/solid in Avi. Thanks for the motivation to keep at my weight loss

[jdflex23]

Thanks man, Good luck on the weight loss!

Good Luck Brosky, lookin thick/tight/solid in Avi. Thanks for the motivation to keep at my weight loss

[jdflex23]

Little behind on my posts, a couple of notable things to mention from my past few workouts.. Clean 225 PR and Overhead squat 135 PR.. I am pretty happy about the overhead squat considering a week ago I could barely do 65x3. Different movement if your not used to it.

[SilvaMan61]

Hey man. Its awesome what youre doing. I actually got a bit of inspiration from it. Im going to go look into nfl combines. It will certainly take me a while to get ready for one. In a few years though i may be ready. I wish you the best of luck with your endevour, and thank you for posting the thread. Keep working hard, because you know the other guys trying for the squad arent voing to give it to you.

[LhsLion]

Since you so kindly disagree with my statement, and don't seem to agree with me at all. I would like to point out some flaws you dont seem to recognize. Your Clean record is 225? At my high school (the same high school Stephen Paea attend who set the 225 record at 49reps) the average varsity player is able to clean at least 225lbs at 17-18yrs. Your looking to return kicks, which is possible one of the most dangerous positions without ever paying in college. When was the last time you where running at full speed, and got flat backed by a linebacker? Or gone up to catch a ball only to get hit in mid air? Are you even doing any football related drills?

[jdflex23]

Never cleaned before bud, 225 was a clean and press.. My previous 225 bench record was 24 reps (after a 3rep max of 365) I too like you had a shoulder issue, so Its currently not there but should be respectable when the time comes around. I have deadlifted over 525, squated 435.. so my strength is right up there so I am not too worried about it, never claimed to be the strongest guy in the world... The above measurments where at about 190lbs as well. Speed, quickness and agility are my strengths as well as my vison. I haven't played padded in a couple years but can assure you I am know stranger to taking hits. Anyhow, good talk. I am doing this for me, and for fun. I know where I stand I don't need to try to explain myself to some 19yr old troll with 12posts/no avi. Take your **** elsewhere bro.

Since you so kindly disagree with my statement, and don't seem to agree with me at all. I would like to point out some flaws you dont seem to recognize. Your Clean record is 225? At my high school (the same high school Stephen Paea attend who set the 225 record at 49reps) the average varsity player is able to clean at least 225lbs at 17-18yrs. Your looking to return kicks, which is possible one of the most dangerous positions without ever paying in college. When was the last time you where running at full speed, and got flat backed by a linebacker? Or gone up to catch a ball only to get hit in mid air? Are you even doing any football related drills?

[jdflex23]

Much appreciated Sir!

Hey man. Its awesome what youre doing. I actually got a bit of inspiration from it. Im going to go look into nfl combines. It will certainly take me a while to get ready for one. In a few years though i may be ready. I wish you the best of luck with your endevour, and thank you for posting the thread. Keep working hard, because you know the other guys trying for the squad arent voing to give it to you.

[LhsLion]

You going to be competing with the some best up n coming athletes in the game. You made a training log you have received high notes and motivation which you deserve, but yet you refuse to take any criticism even into consideration. the "19yr old troll with 12posts/no avi." is someone who is training along side the athletes you could possibly be competing against.

[jdflex23]

I respectively understand that and thanks for your criticism but you project it with a negative attitude. That being said, as I have gone over before, I training the dynamic side of things, strength side as well as general endurance and conditioning. I run routes, catch balls, and do technique work as often as I can. What do you think is missing? Please point out my "flaws". Is it that at this time my clean is sub par, considering that I have a high deadlift and squat obviously that is a technique issue and one of my focal points for improvements. Everyone has weak points, I am working to address mine, lucky for me that I am still at the level I'm at with such a weak clean right? This all being said, again what do you think could be added because all aspects of training are included. I'm not trying to flame you dude but wtf. Follow along or don't.

You going to be competing with the some best up n coming athletes in the game. You made a training log you have received high notes and motivation which you deserve, but yet you refuse to take any criticism even into consideration. the "19yr old troll with 12posts/no avi." is someone who is training along side the athletes you could possibly be competing against.

[jdflex23]

Ill give ya this though bud, you really pissed me off.. You can bet I'll be busting ass to get my cleans up!

You going to be competing with the some best up n coming athletes in the game. You made a training log you have received high notes and motivation which you deserve, but yet you refuse to take any criticism even into consideration. the "19yr old troll with 12posts/no avi." is someone who is training along side the athletes you could possibly be competing against.

[LhsLion]

Ill give ya this though bud, you really pissed me off.. You can bet I'll be busting ass to get my cleans up!

for starters I would take a video of your clean so that other can critique it, because it seems low, but is also some what of a experience lift. I would also through in back extensions with plates, bands and chains if your gym has that.

[G4M3R]

GL OP. Gonna be a long road ahead but the reward will be so sweet. Make it or not doesn't matter (obviously making it would be way cooler) but to have a chance to take the shot is awesome in its self.

[racksandstaks]

Good Luck OP. Dedication and Preparation can create the perfect situation... Make sure the team you join rhymes with the Miants.....#NYGiants

[fishnbrah]

http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/nfl-sh...0540--nfl.html

dis u OP?

[ManOfSteel2014]

Hey man! I have the same goal as you! I'm playing d2 ball now , just had acl surgery, just got off the crutches and started riding the bike again just on Monday. Being d2 you don't get many looks, but with hard work and a lil luck, you can do anything. All the odds are against me as well, but if there's one thing that life has thought me is that when all odds are against you, and you work harder to beat them, not only are the rewards greater , so is the satisfaction. I'm going to prove the nay Sayers wrong, and I tip my hat to you and hope you do as well! Work hard, commit yourself, be fueled by the negatives of the nay sayers, be filled with all the positive encouragement, always stand back up and I have no doubt that I'll be standing on the same field with you some day! Best of luck friend!

[elrealronmexico]

The NFL is the biggest meat market in the world. It's more difficult to get into the NFL than it is the UFC or Hollywood or porn.

[fanipro]

thks you

[Truebmxer01]

Op I respect you greatly. Don't let the haters get to you! Just keep working at it and give it your all! Best of luck!!!

[NHammondDesign]

Since you so kindly disagree with my statement, and don't seem to agree with me at all. I would like to point out some flaws you dont seem to recognize. Your Clean record is 225? At my high school (the same high school Stephen Paea attend who set the 225 record at 49reps) the average varsity player is able to clean at least 225lbs at 17-18yrs. Your looking to return kicks, which is possible one of the most dangerous positions without ever paying in college. When was the last time you where running at full speed, and got flat backed by a linebacker? Or gone up to catch a ball only to get hit in mid air? Are you even doing any football related drills?

These are posts you should be focusing on OP. He wasn't bashing you, just trying to get you to understand that you have to look at your flaws objectively. I don't know much about NFL combines but I do know that they won't care about your max lifts and it seems like a lot of their testing will be focusing on various drills. Don't just focus on the lifting and dieting portion (although these are incredibly important) but also realize that you'll need to have the muscle memory to perform various drills in different scenarios. That's whats gonna make you great, not just the strength.

The NFL is the biggest meat market in the world. It's more difficult to get into the NFL than it is the UFC or Hollywood or porn.

This is a ****ty comment and something you should either completely disregard or use to fuel yourself

[rayday]

The NFL is the biggest meat market in the world. It's more difficult to get into the NFL than it is the UFC or Hollywood or porn.

I just drank a preworkout shake after a nap. I think it kicked in right when I was reading this. All I could think of was, I should try to get into porn.. I think I put a bit too much maca root into this shake. Also, of the four OP's best investment would be the NFL, then Hollywood (upside), UFC (bad downside), then Porn (do they even pay guys? why? also, AIDS.)

[bigjoe5574]

OP, curious as to how you made out on this?