Michael Sam’s Preseason Play Shows He Can Be Effective NFL Player

August 30, 2014   ·   Tyson Langland   ·   Jump to comments

When one takes the time to dig into Michael Sam’s preseason film, the first thing that leaps off the tape is his incredibly high motor. 
This should come as no surprise considering Sam has been viewed as this type of player since his days at Missouri. Here’s what Nolan Nawrocki of NFL.com had to say about the 261-pound defensive end in his predraft scouting report:
Good arm length. Anticipates the snap and has a very good initial first step. Plays hard—gives great effort and competes every down. Good on-field intensity and demeanor. Attacks the edges aggressively and motor runs hot. Outstanding weight-room strength—can squat a small house. Very durable.
Some people wondered if that same level of intensity would translate to the NFL. Fortunately for Sam, it has through four preseason games, which means his preseason play showed he can indeed be an effective NFL player. 
Let’s go to the tape and examine Sam’s most defining...

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