They had to compensate for lack of individual physical talent with smart, "football speed." ... anticipating and/or running the right direction from the snap because they knew they couldn't compensate/adjust with talent later in the play. Those types of individuals are more likely to have, and be able to teach, the best techniques.
Recruit talent; teach technique.
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I tend to think that less talented but successful players make better coaches.
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