Seattle Seahawks star Michael Bennett declares: NFL can learn plenty from rugbyWILLIAM BOOTH/PHOTOSPORT NFL star Michael Bennett checks out his new Blues jersey with coach Tana Umaga. Super Bowl-winning Seattle Seahawks NFL star Michael Bennett loves watching rugby – and not just because he admires the toughness of a code that eschews helmets and pads, and plays through the pain barrier. USA TODAY SPORTS Michael Bennett says rugby has taught him how to be a better and safer defender in the NFL. Some of our best defenders, like Kam Chancellor and Earl Thomas [at the Seahawks], we're known for our tackling. Asked about the particular rugby techniques he studies, Bennett nominated the "tracking" used in making a successful tackle.

Source: Stuff February 19, 2018 00:53 UTC