Though Football is, of course, a different sport, there might be something to learn about size and physical mismatches as follows:

According to the Curious Case of Boxing Weight Classes by Havarti as follows: “Boxing uses weight classes to ensure fair competition between fighters of different weights, heights, and ages. Weight classes help to:

Prevent mismatches: Weight classes help to ensure that opponents are evenly matched.

Create a safer environment: Weight classes help to create a safer environment for competitors.

Eliminate handicaps: Weight classes help to eliminate the handicap of smaller contestants having to concede excessive weight to their opponents.”

According to Britannica: “During the 19th and again at the beginning of the 20th century, the popularity of boxing brought about the formation of weight divisions other than the heavyweight class to eliminate the handicap of smaller contestants' having to concede excessive weight to their opponents.”

According to Quora:
Body weight plays a significant role in both boxing and MMA, affecting various aspects of performance, strategy, and safety. Here are some key points to consider:

1. Weight Classes

Regulation: Both sports have weight classes to ensure fair competition. Fighters typically compete against others of similar weight to prevent mismatches.
Strategy: A fighter who is significantly heavier may have advantages in power and strength, while a lighter fighter may be quicker and more agile.

2. Physical Advantages

Power: Heavier fighters often have greater punching and striking power due to increased mass. This can lead to more knockouts and a greater ability to absorb damage.
Strength: Additional weight can contribute to overall strength, making it easier to grapple, clinch, or control an opponent on the ground.

3. Speed and Agility

Movement: Lighter fighters tend to have better speed and agility, allowing them to evade attacks and execute techniques more quickly.
Endurance: Excess weight can affect stamina, with heavier fighters potentially experiencing fatigue more quickly, especially in longer bouts.

4. Cutting Weight

Weight Cutting: Many fighters engage in weight cutting, losing significant water weight before weigh-ins to compete in lower weight classes. This can provide a size advantage on fight night but comes with health risks.
Rehydration: Successful rehydration can help fighters regain strength and size after weigh-ins, impacting performance.
5. Injury Risk

Impact: Heavier fighters may deliver more forceful strikes, but they also face a higher risk of injury due to the increased impact force during exchanges.
Health Concerns: Extreme weight cutting can lead to serious health issues, including dehydration, kidney damage, and cardiovascular stress.
Conclusion

In summary, body weight is a critical factor in boxing and MMA, influencing everything from strategy and physical capabilities to health and safety. Fighters must carefully manage their weight to optimize performance while adhering to the rules and regulations of their respective sports.

Yes, a smaller player is at greater risk when contacting a larger player. The main Ohio injuries were at DB. Were the Syracuse receivers unusually large? No, they were 6-1 170, 6-3 186, and 6-0 184. The DBs probably also had to tackle the Syracuse RB, who was 6-0 195, and the TE who was 6-5 236. How do those compare to they Ohio players they "run into" in practice?
Harris 6-2 211
Owen 5-11 191
Hendricks 6-0 200
Tyus 6-1 226 or Hunt 5-11 210
Williams 6-5 257

The Ohio players are, to a man, larger and heavier at every position, an average of 10%. Yes, the DBs may occasionally run into an offensive lineman, but that is a matchup they will lose every time, regardless of whether they are playing Syracuse or Morgan State.

Did you actually put thought into that lengthy post of drivel? I mean, that must mean that NIU and BGsU probably have to cancel their next two games due to the beating they took at the hands of a Big10 power and the nations best independent.

Likely put more time into it than your post, Billy The Cat. Need a hug, brother? I think that it is fascinating to see Notre Dame get beat by a MAC team, while other Power 4 teams seem to beat us down time and time again. IF not weight, size, and athletic talent, what is the reason for this?

Quora suggests, as it applies to the dominance of SEC teams, that it is related to:

"Talent pipeline - The Southeast, particularly states like Alabama, Florida, Georgia, and Louisiana, have produced an exceptionally high volume of elite high school football talent in recent decades. This has allowed Southeastern schools to recruit and develop top-tier players.

Coaching expertise - Many of the most successful college football coaches, known for their recruiting prowess and in-game strategy, hail from the Southeast or have strong coaching ties to the region. This has given Southeastern programs an advantage.

Facilities and resources - Top Southeastern programs have invested heavily in state-of-the-art football facilities, training resources, and support staff. This has allowed them to attract and develop players at a high level.

Passionate fan bases - College football is deeply embedded in the culture of the Southeast, with rabid fan bases that provide immense financial and emotional support to their teams. This environment is conducive to building successful programs.

Favorable climate - The warm climate of the Southeast allows for year-round training and practice, which can provide a competitive edge over programs in colder regions.

The combination of these factors has enabled Southeastern programs to build sustainable pipelines of elite talent and coaching expertise, creating a self-reinforcing cycle of dominance in the college football landscape in recent years.”

Yeah, my comment just wasted 20 min of your Tim typing. So, I’m just wasting :30 telling you whiffed on my that’s. Free to play.

I didn't get that, but okay. I am not your enemy, brother, so Peace be with You.