Comparison of Selected Physical Fitness and Performance Variables Between NCAA Division I and II Football Players

• Autores: Marcus A. Garstecki, Richard W. Latin, Marchell M. Cuppett
• Localización: Journal of strength and conditioning research: the research journal of the NSCA, ISSN 1064-8011, Vol. 18, Nº. 2, 2004, págs. 292-297
• Idioma: inglés
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• Resumen

  • The purpose of this study was to compare selected physical fitness and performance variables between National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I and II football players. The subjects included offensive and defensive starters, excluding kickers and punters from 26 NCAA Division I and 23 Division II teams. Offensive players were grouped and compared by the following positions:

    quarterback, running back, wide receiver, tight end, and line.

    Defensive players were grouped and compared by the following positions: line, linebackers, and backs. Division I players were better in 58 of 117 comparisons (p # 0.01). Division II players were not found to be better in any of the variables studied.