Joe Theismann nearly won a Heisman Trophy and national championship at Notre Dame before turning into a Super Bowl winning starting quarterback and NFL MVP with Washington. He wasn’t the biggest of NFL players but by no means is Theismann a small man as he was listed at 6-0, 192-pounds.
However, when you put him in the arms of a giant then that six feet and just under 200-pounds looks like nothing. Thanks to one of the most entertaining Twitter accounts out there we now know how small Theismann looks when being held by professional wrestling legend Andre the Giant, who stood 7-4 and weighed over 500 pounds.
Andre the Giant hoists a happy child in the air – hang on, being told that's Joe Theismann. pic.twitter.com/A0RIO7bOS5
— Super 70s Sports (@Super70sSports) March 16, 2022
If nothing else I really want to know the story behind this gem.
In case you’re wondering, the biggest current college football player that I’m aware of is Minnesota offensive lineman Daniel Faalele who stands 6-8 and weighs 380-pounds.
Or more accurately, eight inches shorter and 140-pounds lighter than Andre the Giant was.
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