Quote Originally Posted by LegendBoxing65
I will say this. The advantage Oscar has on Floyd is the size. That is the big thing. If he did not have that I wouldn't even think there was a chance for him to win. Floyd is faster and at this point better. But the size difference a week before the fight of 150 to 158 pounds is alot. Floyd will come in at 147 or 148 for the fight. If Floyd is still 150 at the next weigh in that will be good actually. if it is natural.. Then 150 to 154 is not too much of a big deal. but Oscar is alot bigger than Shane I think. if Shane beats Oscar I think it is a nice accomplishment. he will have beaten a guy who is alot bigger and should have all the advantages.. The size is the biggest factor for Floyd to overcome. by round 4 we will have the answer how he dealt with it.
Good points Legend. I think Oscar will feel Floyd out for a round or two just to test things out and see how he measures up, but if Oscar hasn't started imposing himself by round 3-4 it could be a very bad night for Oscar.

The argument that Oscar fades has some validity, but even so, he has shown an ability to carry is power late into fights. His late flurry against Quartey, late knock downs or knock outs against Castillejo, Vargas, Carr. He may tire, but he's still dangerous. However, if he hasn't established himself against Floyd and let's him get out ahead on points, I don't see Floyd being stupid enough to fall into one of De La Hoya's late traps. It's possible, but not likely.

Yes, by round 4 we should have a very good idea about this one.