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The Freak Athlete
The Freak Athlete
Linebacker Pat Angerer first described Christian Ballard as a “freak athlete” during fall camp.
Ballard was in the first steps of his transition from D-end inside to tackle. Instead of worrying about contain, the 6-5, 285-pounder now has O-linemen barreling in from both sides. He's done fine so far, with 13 tackles, a sack and two QB hurries.
“He can play any position,” Angerer said. “He could probably play linebacker better than I can.”
Christian Ballard sings Iowa's fight song as the football team celebrates with the Hawkeye fans after their victory over Penn State at Beaver Stadium in State College, Pa on Saturday, September 26, 2009. (Cliff Jette/The Gazette)
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