Yes, 17 reps of 225 pounds on the bench press is impressive for a 16-year-old junior in high school, especially for someone involved in football. This indicates a strong level of upper body strength and endurance, which can be beneficial for performance on the field. However, individual strength levels can vary greatly, so it's important to consider overall training goals and progress. Proper form and injury prevention should always be prioritized as well.
Glenn Dorsey is a decorated football player. He has a recorded bench press of 425 pounds in the gym.
Bench Warmer
It depends, but probably around 40-60 pounds (if you are bench pressing).
500 pounds he is pretty beast and he is a wide receiver that has set the National record for the most catches middle school football in history.
Brady Quinn did 24 bench reps of 225 pounds.
500lbs
Middle school football players and wrestlers do. Anyone can unless they only have one arm.
A bench
He can bench about 45 pounds
Whichever one you are good at. You are going to grow in High School, hone your skills at all positions and see which one you like or are best at.
No, it is not normal for a high school freshman max bench press to go up 100 pounds in 5 weeks.
It took me about 6 months to be able to bench press 225 pounds.