Every so often an athlete comes along with talent so amazing that he can transcend the barriers of other sports like Bo Jackson. This got me thinking about the type of impact certain athletes could make in other sports. I started to make a list of who I think could make the jump and what postions they would play. These are a few of what I came up with:

Lebron James 6'6 240lbs Tight End

Lebron is arguably one of the best in the game already, but if he had played football he could have been the best Tight End to ever play the game. Assuming Lebron runs roughly a 4.6 40 time (not completely out of the realm of possibility) he would be in the upper eschelon in terms of speed. What would make him different is his height and athleticism. Nobody in the NFL that tall has ever been that athletic, this would make Lebron the leagues top redzone target. Plus, with NFL strength coaches he could probably put on another 20lbs making him larger that most NFL linebackers. As far as blocking he would be about as likely to do that as he plays defense in the NBA so that is a wash.

Wes Welker  5'9 185lbs Right Wing

What stands out about Wes Welker is how scrappy of a player he is. His tenacity probably belongs in the National Hockey League where he would get to make a more profound impact. He is extremely quick and has fast feet which would serve him well if he was playing on skates. His soccer backround would probably help him as well. He is considered one of the most physical blocking receivers in the NFL so he likely wouldn't me afraid to jack people up. Plus, that sex offender stash is something that belongs in either MLB or the NHL. On numerous occasions last year I heard him trash talking opponents, In the NHL those would turn into fights. He'd probably get his #### kicked, but it would be a fun ride.

Jamarcus Russell 6'6 269lbs Outfielder

Coming into the combine it was rumored that he could throw the ball 80+ yards. If you think Jeff Francour has a cannon imagine seeing Russell gun down unsuspecting baserunners from Right Field. As far as batting is concerned he definately has raw power. Plus quarterbacks have generally quick releases which would likely translate somewhat to bat speed. Another added benefit would be that Russell would have a much harder time eating himself out of the league, but in either league it will eventually happen.

Allen Iverson 6'0 165lbs Cornerback

Back in high school Iverson was supposedly better than Michael Vick at QB. His resume also included a 7 interception game, I repeat 7 interceptions. He likely would be at CB because of his weight, but he also has a 45" vertical jump and fluid athleticism which would make him like Deion. His change of sirection ability would allow him to return kicks and punts. He would however be a lock for a holdout during training camp every season do to his distaste for "practice".

Richard Seymour 6'7 310lbs Power Foward

This one isn't ideal because he is too short and isn't an insane athlete, but he is probably amongst the strongest and most physically intimidating players in the NFL. if the had 2 more inches he could be as good as Shaq. The NBA has never seen a player quite so strong in the low post. On defense nobody would be able to move within 8 feet of the basket due to his incredible strength. People trying to defend him would be thrown to the side when he elevates. He would become the leagues first enforcer since Oakley, and KG wouldn't do a chest bump within 5 miles of him because of fears of reprocussions.

Those are just a few that I thought of, please comment on whoever you think could make it.