What is probably a lineman's best attribute on either side of the ball? Why did coaches have the dl lose weight a couple three years ago? To hopefully gain quickness and maybe a step faster? Just because an o lineman is as big as a house, does not make him a good lineman. They may be athletic for their size, but a mobile home is not very quick. Quickness is a premium and in my opinion should be worked on as much or more as scheme and blocking assignments. What's good for the dl should also hold true for the ol. My rant.