Anthony McFarland came into the league at a listed weight of 208 pounds at just 5’9”. He’s certainly not the biggest back in the world, but he has a more robust build than you might expect upon first impressions. Still, his first go-around through the league seemingly told him at least one thing this offseason: put on a little weight.
The second-year back reportedly told the media yesterday after practice that he put on five pounds over the course of the offseason, via Chris Adamski of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. The writer also notes that McFarland emphasized retaining his speed while adding weight.