Nate Robinson Wants to play in the NFL

This topic contains 34 replies, has 17 voices, and was last updated by Hale 12 years, 9 months ago.

Author
Posts
Posted on: Tue, 07/12/2011 - 6:20am #31727

StF616
Participant
Oklahoma City Thunder guard Nate Robinson said back in October that he would like to pursue a career in football if a lockout occurs in the NBA. That lockout has indeed occurred, and Robinson is sticking to his word.
The former Celtic told SLAM Magazine that he is considering trying out for NFL teams if the NBA lockout consumes the entire season.
More:
http://www.nesn.com/2011/07/nate-robinson-still-has-eyes-on-nfl-career-if-nba-loses-season-to-lockout.html
0
Posted on: Tue, 07/12/2011 - 6:23am #569201

Hi its Ben
Participant
what position do you think he will play?
0
Posted on: Tue, 07/12/2011 - 6:23am #569317

Hi its Ben
Participant
what position do you think he will play?
0
Posted on: Tue, 07/12/2011 - 6:25am #569203

Scottoant93
Participant
So…. he is going from one lockout to another, he could be a running back maybe, maybe wide reciever
0
Posted on: Tue, 07/12/2011 - 6:25am #569319

Scottoant93
Participant
So…. he is going from one lockout to another, he could be a running back maybe, maybe wide reciever
0
Posted on: Tue, 07/12/2011 - 6:35am #569211

Pacers_Fan33
Participant
i think he would be a cornerback if he made it
0
Posted on: Tue, 07/12/2011 - 6:35am #569327

Pacers_Fan33
Participant
i think he would be a cornerback if he made it
0
Posted on: Tue, 07/12/2011 - 6:39am #569213

Timboslice
Participant
the nfl seems to be in better shape than the nba so if he can make a team more power to him. He’d probably be a corner in the nfl though, if im not mistaken he played corner at washington as well as basketball
0
Posted on: Tue, 07/12/2011 - 6:39am #569329

Timboslice
Participant
the nfl seems to be in better shape than the nba so if he can make a team more power to him. He’d probably be a corner in the nfl though, if im not mistaken he played corner at washington as well as basketball
0
Posted on: Tue, 07/12/2011 - 6:41am #569215

EGbball3
Participant
He played corner at Washington.
0
Posted on: Tue, 07/12/2011 - 6:41am #569332

EGbball3
Participant
He played corner at Washington.
0
Posted on: Tue, 07/12/2011 - 6:44am #569217

buckeyefan17
Participant
How in the world would he be able to cover wideouts much bigger then him?He would get torched by Wr’s such as Calvin Johnson, Brandon Marshall, Dwayne Bowe, etc. The only shot he would have would be as a 3rd down back or kick/punt returner.
0
Posted on: Tue, 07/12/2011 - 6:44am #569333

buckeyefan17
Participant
How in the world would he be able to cover wideouts much bigger then him?He would get torched by Wr’s such as Calvin Johnson, Brandon Marshall, Dwayne Bowe, etc. The only shot he would have would be as a 3rd down back or kick/punt returner.
0
Posted on: Tue, 07/12/2011 - 6:52am #569225

Chilbert arenas
Participant
He wouldn’t be a teams #1 or even #2 corner so he would rarely be matched up against the leagues elite receivers. I think he should give the NFL a chance even if the lockout ends today. He’s not going to get any playing time on the Thunder so why not? We’ve seen baseball football crossovers and basketball baseball crossovers (Jordan), but we’ve never seen a basketball football crossover as long as I can remember.
0
Posted on: Tue, 07/12/2011 - 6:52am #569342

Chilbert arenas
Participant
He wouldn’t be a teams #1 or even #2 corner so he would rarely be matched up against the leagues elite receivers. I think he should give the NFL a chance even if the lockout ends today. He’s not going to get any playing time on the Thunder so why not? We’ve seen baseball football crossovers and basketball baseball crossovers (Jordan), but we’ve never seen a basketball football crossover as long as I can remember.
0
Posted on: Tue, 07/12/2011 - 6:52am #569346

boshjonesford
Participant
has that ever happend some going from the nba to the nfl?
0
Posted on: Tue, 07/12/2011 - 6:52am #569229

boshjonesford
Participant
has that ever happend some going from the nba to the nfl?
0
Posted on: Tue, 07/12/2011 - 6:53am #569350

NO EZ BUCKETS
Participant
Nate is crazy athletic so he could play with them, although it would be hard
0
Posted on: Tue, 07/12/2011 - 6:53am #569233

NO EZ BUCKETS
Participant
Nate is crazy athletic so he could play with them, although it would be hard
0
Posted on: Tue, 07/12/2011 - 6:59am #569354

mikeyvthedon
Participant
He was a beastly freshman corner at UW. He might have been a better football player than basketball player. I would term him as an "athlete", and could see him playing a number of positions. Corner might be the best bet, but you might want him as a slot receiver, or maybe even an RB. He is built like a tank, and I feel if he played at UW longer, he might have ended up on offense at some point.
Also could totally see Nate as a special teams player, either returning or even going after returners on punt’s and kick-off’s. He is tough as nails, and if he did this, I have a feeling he could find success. The guy really has always had a football frame, he is so solidly built, I would be surprised if he really only weighed 180, and if he does, it is all muscle. His size actually translate well as a corner. I am sure there would be a steep learning curve, as there would be for anyone who has spent this much time away from a sport, but he is a very high caliber athlete, and I would be interested to see how he does.
0
Posted on: Tue, 07/12/2011 - 6:59am #569236

mikeyvthedon
Participant
He was a beastly freshman corner at UW. He might have been a better football player than basketball player. I would term him as an "athlete", and could see him playing a number of positions. Corner might be the best bet, but you might want him as a slot receiver, or maybe even an RB. He is built like a tank, and I feel if he played at UW longer, he might have ended up on offense at some point.
Also could totally see Nate as a special teams player, either returning or even going after returners on punt’s and kick-off’s. He is tough as nails, and if he did this, I have a feeling he could find success. The guy really has always had a football frame, he is so solidly built, I would be surprised if he really only weighed 180, and if he does, it is all muscle. His size actually translate well as a corner. I am sure there would be a steep learning curve, as there would be for anyone who has spent this much time away from a sport, but he is a very high caliber athlete, and I would be interested to see how he does.
0
Posted on: Tue, 07/12/2011 - 7:04am #569358

HobbyOG
Participant
Out of High School he was rated higher as a corner then a point guard..Could of been a good corner in the NFL..Had a couple of INT’s his freshman year. Don’t think any player has gone from NBA to NFL.
0
Posted on: Tue, 07/12/2011 - 7:04am #569240

HobbyOG
Participant
Out of High School he was rated higher as a corner then a point guard..Could of been a good corner in the NFL..Had a couple of INT’s his freshman year. Don’t think any player has gone from NBA to NFL.
0
Posted on: Tue, 07/12/2011 - 7:12am #569368

NO EZ BUCKETS
Participant
Well playing in the NFL is MUCH better than just sitting at the end of OKC’s bench. btw I don’t know why they didn’t use him much, he’s better than maynor.
0
Posted on: Tue, 07/12/2011 - 7:12am #569250

NO EZ BUCKETS
Participant
Well playing in the NFL is MUCH better than just sitting at the end of OKC’s bench. btw I don’t know why they didn’t use him much, he’s better than maynor.
0
Posted on: Tue, 07/12/2011 - 7:30am #569380

GottaBeTheShoes
Participant
People forget in 2009 for the knicks he averaged 17 points and 4 assists in just 30 minutes of play.. He is a lot stronger than most basketball players who are skinny and lanky so he has a build that fits in the nfl more than most basketball players.
0
Posted on: Tue, 07/12/2011 - 7:30am #569262

GottaBeTheShoes
Participant
People forget in 2009 for the knicks he averaged 17 points and 4 assists in just 30 minutes of play.. He is a lot stronger than most basketball players who are skinny and lanky so he has a build that fits in the nfl more than most basketball players.
0
Posted on: Tue, 07/12/2011 - 7:45am #569398

NJHooper95
Participant
Nate is athletic, compacted, and strong. I remembered when he put J.R Smith down in the rumble in the garden after Carmelo sucker punched one of the knicks. Nate is a tremendous athlete, pound for pound of the best ever to play in the NBA. You really saw how strong and athletic he was that year when he attempted to dunk about 15 times and finally complete it. To be able to continue to attempt a difficult dunk numerous times at 5’8 shows his endurance and strength. Many players would have tired out.
0
Posted on: Tue, 07/12/2011 - 7:45am #569280

NJHooper95
Participant
Nate is athletic, compacted, and strong. I remembered when he put J.R Smith down in the rumble in the garden after Carmelo sucker punched one of the knicks. Nate is a tremendous athlete, pound for pound of the best ever to play in the NBA. You really saw how strong and athletic he was that year when he attempted to dunk about 15 times and finally complete it. To be able to continue to attempt a difficult dunk numerous times at 5’8 shows his endurance and strength. Many players would have tired out.
0
Posted on: Tue, 07/12/2011 - 7:51am #569409

R-Dot-13
Participant
Nate is a freak athlete and was a great corner at Washington.
He’s fast, strong, and athletic.. I think he could be a solid corner/punt returner in the NFL… Maybe i’ll draft him in my fantasy league… kidding..
0
Posted on: Tue, 07/12/2011 - 7:51am #569290

R-Dot-13
Participant
Nate is a freak athlete and was a great corner at Washington.
He’s fast, strong, and athletic.. I think he could be a solid corner/punt returner in the NFL… Maybe i’ll draft him in my fantasy league… kidding..
0
Posted on: Tue, 07/12/2011 - 8:07am #569427

MagikKnick
Participant
I think he has a legit chance, all the physical tools to be a CB in the league
But after not playing legit football in a couple years, he might’ve lost his "touch" for the game, it’ll be interesting to see how/if he’ll be able to make a roster…
0
Posted on: Tue, 07/12/2011 - 8:07am #569308

MagikKnick
Participant
I think he has a legit chance, all the physical tools to be a CB in the league
But after not playing legit football in a couple years, he might’ve lost his "touch" for the game, it’ll be interesting to see how/if he’ll be able to make a roster…
0
Posted on: Tue, 07/12/2011 - 8:15am #569431

Hale
Participant
If he made it he would probably be a nickel or dime back, but he has the athleticism and quickness to make it.
0
Posted on: Tue, 07/12/2011 - 8:15am #569312

Hale
Participant
If he made it he would probably be a nickel or dime back, but he has the athleticism and quickness to make it.
0
Author
Posts