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


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FORT COLLINS, Colo. — Hidetora Hanada was a highly ranked sumo wrestler in Japan. He decided he wanted to try something different. He is learning to play college football at Colorado State. He is able to use some of the same basic techniques as he tries to become a defensive lineman. The 21-year-old Hanada is quickly adjusting to life in Fort Collins, Colorado. His English has come a long way and he knows the basic rules of football. He's also discovered a love of lasagna.

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