'22 OH OT Aamil Wagner (Notre Dame Signee)

[rtrn2glory]

It's not the size that is in question as much as it is the frame. Does he have the framework to add healthy weight? That is the question

I don't see adding weight as a problem.... Dude it's a three sport stud in high school and hasn't ever really had the chance to fully train his body as a football player. He'll be a healthy 300-310 when balis and the nutritionist get ahold of him

 

[stpeteirish]

Gaining weight isn’t a difficult task for most people

 

[T-Boone]

I don't see adding weight as a problem.... Dude it's a three sport stud in high school and hasn't ever really had the chance to fully train his body as a football player. He'll be a healthy 300-310 when balis and the nutritionist get ahold of him

Football
Basketball and ???
Cricket??

 

[NDRock]

Football
Basketball and ???
Cricket??

Track. Throws the shot. 3rd in state last year.

 

[NDFAN420]

I don't see adding weight as a problem.... Dude it's a three sport stud in high school and hasn't ever really had the chance to fully train his body as a football player. He'll be a healthy 300-310 when balis and the nutritionist get ahold of him

It really depends. I've only seen a few pics posted on this site. We just don't know with how his frame appears until Balis works with him. He could add 40lbs of pure muscle and end up walking around like Robby the Robot, which wouldn't be good.

 

[SBirishlawyer]

Yeah kind of like that 5 star o lineman from ohio named Myers that had narrow hips and shoulders he got up just under 300 for buckeyes but ended up losing so much quickness he was a good career center not a 5 star OT that is my fear

 

[NDFAN420]

Yeah kind of like that 5 star o lineman from ohio named Myers that had narrow hips and shoulders he got up just under 300 for buckeyes but ended up losing so much quickness he was a good career center not a 5 star OT that is my fear

Yeah, I remember Myers was supposed to the next big thing at OT out of HS. The reason some tOSU fans were "not concerned" about losing Eichenberg and Kraemer. He is in the NFL starting Center for the Packers though (but not a tackle).

 

[Irish du Nord]

Track. Throws the shot. 3rd in state last year.

Not a sport/event that keeps the pounds off, but love that for his explosiveness. A guy with his athleticism, length, and power is prototypical for tackle if he can put the pounds on correctly

 

[SBirishlawyer]

Wagner is all ready a very strong Mauler. He murders people off the line at 260-265 for lack of a better term he has the butt of a d lineman not an O lineman. I hope I am wrong and am no way an expert.

 

[IrishLax]

What did Wagner measure at when he checked in?

 

[Dale]

I think the early height/weights were because reporters posted up at check in but the reports stopped as soon as they could start doing interviews. There should just be a list Loy, etc receive at some point. Only saw Merriweathers

 

[Irish4life]

We need to be way more hyped about this dude.

 

[irishog77]

What did Wagner measure at when he checked in?

I'll be impressed if it's above 250

 

[Cackalacky2.0]

[TWEET]https://twitter.com/miketsinger/status/1478538773126389763?s=21[/TWEET]

Dude looks undersized.

 

[Bluto]

Should move him to defensive line.

 

[Sherm Sticky]

[TWEET]https://twitter.com/miketsinger/status/1478538773126389763?s=21[/TWEET]

Dude looks undersized.

Yet he dominated his opponent in those two reps as a scrawny undersized kid…hhhhmmmmm

 

[tko]

Baller

 

[Trait Expectations]

Love his upside at multiple positions. Even if he isn't a long term tackle, maybe he'll be a hyper-athletic guard or a disruptor on defense. He's got a lot of athletic potential, I trust our staff to find where it can blossom.

 

[IrishLion]

Should move him to defensive line.

Love his upside at multiple positions. Even if he isn't a long term tackle, maybe he'll be a hyper-athletic guard or a disruptor on defense. He's got a lot of athletic potential, I trust our staff to find where it can blossom.

Idk, I see that clip and I see a dude who could be an elite OT in the making, either LT or RT.

He's so slim, but already has good technique, already knows how to use 80/20 leverage, and has play strength beyond what you would think based on his current frame.

If he can add weight but maintain the athleticism, you've got a guy who can kick back and stop speed rushers while still being effective as a run blocker because of weight and technique. I'm excited.

 

[IrishRazor82]

His legs say 5'10", his torso says 6'8". Should show up somewhere between ball boy and All American LT.

 

[Ndaccountant]

Idk, I see that clip and I see a dude who could be an elite OT in the making, either LT or RT.

He's so slim, but already has good technique, already knows how to use 80/20 leverage, and has play strength beyond what you would think based on his current frame.

If he can add weight but maintain the athleticism, you've got a guy who can kick back and stop speed rushers while still being effective as a run blocker because of weight and technique. I'm excited.

Honestly, is his build really that different than the guy on the left? Asking for a friend. <3 Harry.

 

[IrishLax]

[TWEET]https://twitter.com/miketsinger/status/1478538773126389763?s=21[/TWEET]

Dude looks undersized.

He's very undersized. 6'4", but long arms. Martin was short but a baller. Honestly, it really just depends on how much weight he can add. But it wouldn't be crazy to see him wrecking fools at center if he's too "light" for OT.

 

[Sherm Sticky]

Idk, I see that clip and I see a dude who could be an elite OT in the making, either LT or RT.

He's so slim, but already has good technique, already knows how to use 80/20 leverage, and has play strength beyond what you would think based on his current frame.

If he can add weight but maintain the athleticism, you've got a guy who can kick back and stop speed rushers while still being effective as a run blocker because of weight and technique. I'm excited.

^This. If he can get to 300lbs and maintain that foot quickness and athleticism even at 6’4” but with long arms ND got themself an elite tackle.

 

[Cackalacky2.0]

[TWEET]https://twitter.com/MikeTSinger/status/1485621155864190984?s=20[/TWEET]

 

[IrishLax]

Was rated a 5-star by On3 sports in their final rankings and #29 overall. Was #89 before the All-American Bowl.

What's weird is that they talk about his 34" arms but still say he is 6'6" (and from all reports, he clearly isn't... he's allegedly 6'4") so who knows where they get their measurements from. Will be very interesting to see how his career goes. I feel like 99% of players with his build + athleticism end up on the DL.

 

[irishog77]

Was rated a 5-star by On3 sports in their final rankings and #29 overall. Was #89 before the All-American Bowl.

What's weird is that they talk about his 34" arms but still say he is 6'6" (and from all reports, he clearly isn't... he's allegedly 6'4") so who knows where they get their measurements from. Will be very interesting to see how his career goes. I feel like 99% of players with his build + athleticism end up on the DL.

It is hard to believe a 6'4" 250lber is a 5-star...OT.

 

[Pops Freshenmeyer]

It is hard to believe a 6'4" 250lber is a 5-star...OT.

His build is pretty similar to Nicholas Petit-Frere coming out of high school. Petit-Frere is going to be a first round pick in the upcoming draft.

 

[Irish#1]

Was rated a 5-star by On3 sports in their final rankings and #29 overall. Was #89 before the All-American Bowl.

What's weird is that they talk about his 34" arms but still say he is 6'6" (and from all reports, he clearly isn't... he's allegedly 6'4") so who knows where they get their measurements from. Will be very interesting to see how his career goes. I feel like 99% of players with his build + athleticism end up on the DL.

Or maybe center? Wasn't Mustipher only 6'3"?

 

[Rack Em]

It is hard to believe a 6'4" 250lber is a 5-star...OT.

Smells like Zack Martin to me

 

[IRISHMAN]

Honestly, is his build really that different than the guy on the left? Asking for a friend. <3 Harry.

didn't ryan harris start as a true freshman at 265lbs.