The All-NBA Football Dream Team

Jeremy Kaufman assembles a football team of NBA stars.

by Jeremy Kaufman (Columnist)

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January 29, 2008

Football, NBA

Offense

Quarterback: Jason Kidd
He’s used to passing anyway.

Running Back: Allen Iverson
He might be the quickest guy in the game.

Wide Receiver: Dwayne Wade
I could definitely see him making some highlight reel catches.

Wide Receiver: Lebron James
A 6’8 receiver with speed and power? I could see him going All-Pro.

Tight End: Amare Stoudamire
With his size and strength, he’d be dominant.

Fullback: Ron Artest
He’s a tough guy. I think he could handle it.

Left Tackle: Tim Duncan
Mr. Fundamental just might have the footwork it takes.

Left Guard: Glen Davis
He’s a big guy, that’s what you need as a guard.

Center: Greg Oden
Not many people would get past him with his size. Plus, he has an Ohio State education. Centers need to be smart and stuff.

Right Guard: Omeka Okafor
Another athletic big guy.

Right Tackle: Eddy Curry
Maybe he could finally put his size and athleticism to good use.

 

Defense

Defensive End: Ben Wallace
He would be a dominant end.

Defensive End: Jerome James
He didn’t do much in basketball, but football? Who knows.

Defensive Tackle: Shaquille O’neal
He’s huge! He has what it takes to stop the run.

Defensive Tackle: Marcus Camby
He would rush the QB and swat down passes all day.

Outside Linebacker: Josh Smith
He’s super athletic and has a defensive mindset, perfect for the position.

Outside Linebacker: Kevin Garnett
He’s a little skinny, but he’s a great athlete.

Middle Linebacker: Dwight Howard
He’s a freak in the gym; he would kill it in the middle.

Free Safety: Kevin Durant
He has the athleticism to make some big plays.

Strong Safety: Jamario Moon
Another rookie that could make big things happen in the secondary.

Cornerback: Chris Paul
He leads the league in steals. I could see him leading in interceptions.

Cornerback: Nate Robinson
He’s quick, strong, athletic, tough, and has great jumping ability. Yeah, perfect fit.

 

Special Teams

Kicker: Steve Nash
He played soccer and rugby in high school. I bet he could kick.

Punter: Yao Ming
He actually played soccer before he ever touched a basketball. I wonder if he could still kick?

Long Snapper: Malik Rose
He seems good at playing roles on teams that don’t really matter. (A little mean, I know, but I had to say it.)

 

So, that’s it. Tell me what you think.  

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comments (7) write a comment »

  1. hahaha.. nice one.. now that's a good idea. but with shaq's banged up knee, i don't think he can be a very effective defensive tackle.

  2. why not Diop (from the Mavericks) in shaqs place

  3. good article..i thought bout doing one like this but i didnt really know how i would go about it.

  4. i like the article alot but nate robinson and chris paul would get abused at corner back. jumping might save them but they are just too short. there are exceptions who knows. great article and idea.

  5. well keep in mind, most cornerbacks in the NFL are only around 5'9. I think the tallest NFL cornerback right now is Antonio Cramartie at 6'2, pretty much Chris Paul's height.

  6. i expected steve nash in the qb spot

  7. I thought about it, but i figured he was built kinda small for the position.

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