Quenton Bode plays at linebacker, but that doesn't mean he can't draw inspiration from other positions. As a coverage linebacker, he often looks to cornerbacks and safeties for ways to refine his game, and over the years one player has consistently stood out to him.
Troy Polamalu, a safety who played for the Pittsburgh Steelers, was one of Bode's football role models from an early age. On every play, Polamalu gave nothing less than total effort, which often resulted in some incredible plays. But that effort is complemented by a high football IQ--Polamalu was gifted at being able to read the offense, predict the play, and put himself where the ball was going. He also excelled at getting to and taking down the ball carrier, wherever they might be on the field. In short, Polamalu was a true defensive anchor, able and willing to do whatever was necessary for the team's success.
Bode was also inspired by Polamalu's off-field personality. He was a quiet, even-tempered person who rarely, if ever, expressed frustration or anger. Whether by choice or just by happenstance, Polamalu was the kind of person who led the team from the back, and not from the front. On top of being a fantastic player, he was a tremendous locker room presence, and Bode learned a lot by following his example. On and off the field, Bode strives to emulate Polamalu in nearly everything he does.
Troy Polamalu, a safety who played for the Pittsburgh Steelers, was one of Bode's football role models from an early age. On every play, Polamalu gave nothing less than total effort, which often resulted in some incredible plays. But that effort is complemented by a high football IQ--Polamalu was gifted at being able to read the offense, predict the play, and put himself where the ball was going. He also excelled at getting to and taking down the ball carrier, wherever they might be on the field. In short, Polamalu was a true defensive anchor, able and willing to do whatever was necessary for the team's success.
Bode was also inspired by Polamalu's off-field personality. He was a quiet, even-tempered person who rarely, if ever, expressed frustration or anger. Whether by choice or just by happenstance, Polamalu was the kind of person who led the team from the back, and not from the front. On top of being a fantastic player, he was a tremendous locker room presence, and Bode learned a lot by following his example. On and off the field, Bode strives to emulate Polamalu in nearly everything he does.
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