Sumo wrestler Hanada catches on quick as he learns to be a defensive lineman for Colorado State

Hidetora Hanada was a highly ranked sumo wrestler in Japan. He decided he wanted to try something different. The 21-year-old is learning to play college football at Colorado State and has improved his English and discovered a love for lasagna.

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