Mike, that is a good analogy, but the difference is that all the BIG athletes you mention were and are just that: ATHLETES!! They are performance tested from a young age and if they perform they make it to the NFL! I don't think that any of us here have a problem with size. I think that the problems start when size comes at the expense of ability!! I myself would truly love an athletic and physically capable 200lb mastino!!! Best, ALV