Updated Feb 20, 2012 - 5:02 pm

Russell Wilson says his height shouldn't be an issue

listen Listen: Former Wisconsin quarterback Russell Wilson

Former Wisconsin quarterback Russell Wilson joined Mike Salk and Steve Bunin on "SportsCenter Saturday" and discussed his performance at the Senior Bowl, the perception that his height will be a detriment in the NFL, his leadership skills, and more.

By Brady Henderson

Senior Bowl measurements confirmed what most people already knew about Russell Wilson: The former Wisconsin quarterback lacks the height of a prototypical NFL quarterback.

Russell Wilson

Wilson was measured at just under six feet, and despite his athleticism and the impressive totals he posted last season while leading the Badgers to the Rose Bowl, his height won't do him any favors on draft day.

That was one of the topics Wilson discussed with Mike Salk and Steve Bunin on "SportsCenter Saturday."

"Playing at Wisconsin definitely shows that I can play behind a big offensive line. I played behind the fourth-biggest offensive line in the entire country, averaging 6-foot-5. So I think more than anything it's more about how I'm delivering the football, on time and with rhythm," Wilson said.

"... I have a long wingspan and big hands, and I think that really helps, too, and playing big in the pocket."

Wilson was 4 of 7 for 45 yards, a touchdown and an interception in the Senior Bowl on Saturday. He discussed that performance as well the leadership skills he showed after transferring from North Carolina State.

You can listen to the interview here.

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TDTinDC wrote...

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January 31, 2012 3:06 am

I don't think height should be a huge part of rating a QB. His decision making, reading defenses and making accurate throws is what counts. I'm not saying he's NFL ready but he makes a great point about playing behind a huge line. They are monsters. So if you're a scout and you think this guy could play, don't discount him just because of his ht.

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Brock Huard

Brock Huard has co-hosted "Brock and Salk" since 2009. After earning Gatorade Player of the Year honors at Puyallup High School, Brock went on to a record-setting career at Washington and then spent six years in the NFL, including four with the Seahawks. Brock has also spent five years with ESPN working as a college football analyst in the booth and the studio. Brock makes his home on the Eastside with his wife Molly and their three young children.

Mike Salk

Mike Salk is the host of "Brock and Salk" on 710 ESPN Seattle and "SportsCenter Saturday with Mike Salk" on the ESPN Radio Network. He is also the regular fill-in host for the "Doug Gottlieb Show," also on ESPN Radio. Born and raised in Boston, Salk is a graduate of Pomona College (Go Sagehens!) and also lived in Los Angeles. He has been at 710 ESPN Seattle since its launch in 2009 and lives in Phinney Ridge with his wife Heather, daughter Avery and their french bulldog Wendell.