Yes, she is, but the writer is off:
// She must be fleet of foot, agile, and able to take a hit. Defensive back can be a physically demanding position. But so can combat in the US Army, where women are increasingly showing they have the physical attributes necessary to get the job done. //
I guess the writer hasn’t heard about the dumbing-down of military standards.
Dumbing down and easing up on mil standards.
Maybe I’ve been in the dark, but I can not think of one who can meet the “standard” military standard. Where are they in combat? Still as support, correct?
Who the hell thinks this is a good idea?
If I were this young lady’s Dad I would be very concerned with her getting seriously run over by one of those 300 pound guys. Maybe in High School they knew to watch out for her, in college the guys are auditioning for the Pros.