Do the Texans Need to Find a WR This Offseason, and If So, What kind?

[HPF Bob]

Originally Posted by nunusguy

Oh BTW, "hits" or amount of physical contact is irrelevant in the context of this discussion.

Shelf life for a player is related to the amount of punishment the body takes. That translates into injuries and most injuries come from getting hit so hits are relevant. It all boils down to physics. A body of mass propelled at another body is going to cause the second body to absorb force which is going to, over time, affect that body's ability to perform effectively. That's the whole point of boxing.

In short, do you want a 300-pounder running full steam into you or a 220-pounder? RBs and QBs get hit by 300-pounders. WRs get hit by 220-pounders. Over time, it makes a difference.