Kenny George has grabbed a lot of headlines over the last month since his national debut against North Carolina three weeks ago. Much of the speculation is that there may be a spot for him in the NBA at 7'7. After all, most moderately functional players at that height do.

But what about George's NFL career? Yes, National Football League career. It's time to readdress the Designated Field Goal Blocker debate.

The idea: a team uses a roster spot for a behemoth of a man who stands a good chance of blocking a significant percentage of field goals. Hey, if there's a spot for a long snapper, there's surely a spot for someone who can directly effect the scoreboard.

Insert all 7-foot-7 of Kenny George. Let's be honest, he has very little future in the NBA. George will make someone's roster out of UNC-Asheville, but like Gheorghe Muresan it will only be memorable for the novelty factor.

It surprises me an NFL team hasn't yet explored this designated field goal blocker option. Granted, signing a much more athletic 6'9 player with great leaping ability would make more sense but most anyone fitting that description has a place in professional basketball. Given George can easily dunk without jumping, let's assume his hands on their highest point with a decent leap are at 11 1/2 feet. With that wingspan up against a necessary kicking angle for attempts 30 yards out, I hypothesize the DFGB will win more times than not. The margin between victory and defeat in the NFL is so small, why not take a chance at saving yourself three points (at least) a game.

What other options could George explore?

Designated goal line jump ball receiver - OK, this may be a stretch since the man doesn't move all that well, but who's going to beat him to the ball?

Volleyball - Try getting it past that wingspan in front of the net.

Soccer goalie - Who needs lateral movement when your arms are already there?

Circus freak - You know, this might just be his best option.