Back at the University of Alabama, Burns had convinced Li Wei to give football a try, telling him the technical barriers weren't as high as one might think.
Looking back, it seems Burns did everything in his power to downplay the difficulties to avoid scaring Li Wei away.
Wide Receiver. Quarterback. Running back.
Three positions, three types, each fundamentally requiring a different approach to the game.
For Wide Receivers, the routes are intricate: knowing when and where to cut inside or outside, whether to run towards the sideline or the middle of the field, aim for deep regions or short passes— not only must they remember their own routes but also their teammates', and make adjustments according to the opponent's tactics—
Many rookie Wide Receivers can't get on the field immediately simply because they can't memorize these routes, and if they can't, all the team's offensive planning might be in vain.
