Seriously why can't Paul Williams move up?

[Kobe Bryant]

I see a lot of people in this board claiming he would get killed if he ever moved up. I gotta disagree I think he would still be a really good fighter at 154. For the Margarito fight he was about 17 pounds over what he weighed in as. And I really think it would probably benefit him to not have to push to make 147 when he can just make 154. If anyhting I think he would have more energy at that weight. Two things that will go with him when he moves up. He still has a good reach and his length is a problem for most. Also along with that his height as well. This guy is not 6'2 he has to be taller.

The second thing that easily comes with him is is handspeed. Which could look faster at 154 because he'll be fighting slightly bigger opponents. And his boxing skill, his chin, and jab can all help him compete at a weight higher than 147. Now 160 is a different story. I think he would have to adjust to that weight and fight a couple of tune ups at that weight to become comfortable.

[RisAri0]

I think becuz the big fights are @ 147...and with his height n arms length advantage he has at welter, why would he want to move up? only unless he's having trouble staying there...

[Kobe Bryant]

totally agree. He shouldn't give up his physical advantages. This aimed at those who think that he couldn't compete physically at a higher weight class.

[Eno]

paul Williams said he can easily get to 160 and in the future, I think we will see him there

[kayjay]

http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=3941697506588062379&q=Starling+-+Breland&total=1&start=0&num=10&so=0&type=search&plindex=0

[Verstyle]

Williams ***** ass doesnt wanna move up,thats like cheating.

[realheavyhands]

he'll get there natually.. thie biggest fight at 147 is cotto and cintron.. williams is just lanky

[SkillspayBills]

Williams will nake a name for himself before he moves up. I think he could move up and compete, he can cause anyone trouble with his workrate.

[-Antonio-]

Might as well use it to his advantage right? If he can still make the 147 limit then he should stay there.

Even at 154 he is still a giant. The only guy he wouldn't tower over is Forrest.

[FightNight 2007]

I see a lot of people in this board claiming he would get killed if he ever moved up. I gotta disagree I think he would still be a really good fighter at 154. For the Margarito fight he was about 17 pounds over what he weighed in as. And I really think it would probably benefit him to not have to push to make 147 when he can just make 154. If anyhting I think he would have more energy at that weight. Two things that will go with him when he moves up. He still has a good reach and his length is a problem for most. Also along with that his height as well. This guy is not 6'2 he has to be taller.

FYI, Williams fought Margarito at 162lbs. Margarito was 157lbs that night.