How Good Was Max Schmeling?

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  1. Melankomas

    Melankomas Prime Jeffries would demolish a grizzly in 2 Full Member

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    I think it would be back and forth as well, though I see Max landing too much for the good of Quarry
     
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  2. Seamus

    Seamus Proud Kulak Full Member

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    If memory serves, Max tended to reach a lot with his punches, and he wasn't the quickest guy in the world. Not a lot of head movement either. I see Quarry's counters, with his versatility and quicks, tagging Max repeatedly.
     
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  3. mr. magoo

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    He beat four hall of fame inductees. Won the heavyweight title even though he turned pro as a middleweight. Great counter puncher and defensive fighter. Overall he was very good. Probably a top 25 ATG
     
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  4. Ney

    Ney Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    Fights with Marciano, Patterson & Johansson, as mentioned, would be intriguing.
     
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