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In the world of the NFL, physical strength plays a pivotal role in determining a player’s success. Aaron Donald, a defensive tackle for Los Angeles Rams, one of the best defensive players in the NFL, has been revered for his exceptional strength and dominance on the field. However, a new rookie has recently emerged, captivating the attention of football enthusiasts with an astonishing display of power.
Meet Mazi Smith, a towering 6’3″ rookie from the Dallas Cowboys. Smith’s performance in the weight room has left the NFL fraternity in awe. And that led to drawing parallels between him and NFL powerhouse Aaron Donald. During a routine bench press session, while most players strive to complete repetitions with 225 pounds, Smith effortlessly achieves an impressive 22 reps with a staggering 325 pounds, far surpassing the norm.
Mazi Smith making waves with his strength
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To put things into perspective, Smith’s maximum bench press reaches a remarkable 550 pounds, a feat even Aaron Donald falls short of, with his personal best at 500 pounds. But this doesn’t end here, Smith’s extraordinary strength forced the Michigan football team to reach out to the bench press machine manufacturers, as he was exceeding the machine’s weight capacity. Astonishingly, post that, Smith managed to lift a mind-boggling 800 pounds.
Mazi Smith is built DIFFERENT in the weight room.
To start, Smith does 22 reps on the bench press, but with 325 pounds instead of 225.
Smith’s max bench press is 550 pounds.
Aaron Donald does 500.
The Michigan football team even had to call the manufacturers of this machine… pic.twitter.com/3CVaqF5uyw
— NFL Rookie Watch (@NFLRookieWatxh) June 29, 2023
The official Twitter account of “NFL Rookie Watch” upload the video of Mazi Smith highlighting the entire scenario. However, the official account concluded the video by stating “The Cowboys may have landed the next Aaron Donald”. The showdown of immense power by a rookie has sent shockwaves through the NFL. Whereas energizing the defense facet of the Dallas Cowboys.
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Smith will be playing his 2023 rookie season. Additionally, his video getting surfaced on social media, garnered immense attention for him. And Fans are willing to see him in the Cowboys jersey. But the comparison will not go in vain, the comparison of strength between Donald and Smith will be re-ignited in the Cowboys vs Rams matchup.
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Aaron Donald vs Mazi Smith in NFL
Smith was selected in the first round of the 2023 NFL draft by the Dallas Cowboys. He will be entering the field to carve his way through the league. Whereas, his competition, Donald has safeguarded his place as one of the most robust defensive players in the league. The ultimate match between the Cowboys and the Rams on October 29 at AT&T stadium will be the battlefield for these powerhouses of strength.
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Dec 27, 2020; Seattle, Washington, USA; Los Angeles Rams defensive end Aaron Donald (99) sacks Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) during the third quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY Sports/Reuters
Moreover, Aaron Donald has been tagged multiple times as the NFL defensive player of the Year. And parallels are drawn with him, consequently, it can amount to the pressure for the Rookie. Nevertheless, Smith has already dominated the competition without entering the field, so who do you think will take the lead among the two defensive tackles?
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