Definitely. The speed of the pursuit defenders is just so much better that I don't think that the option could be run as effectively in the NFL. Plus I don't think coaches would want to put their quaterbacks out there in such a vulnerable position on a frequent basis.

exactly, linebackers way too fast and smart in the nfl, also you wouldnt want mike vick or daunte culpepper doing a stupid play just to pick up 5 yards when he could be injured seriously

yea, there are a lot of formations and plays not used in FB due to speed and persute compared to college.

whens the last time you seen a mayland I or a true wish bone?

The speed of the linebackers and the safeties would kill an option. North-South running has always been the best path in the pro's, unless your Barry Sanders.

I think your going to see more option in this years NFL. This year Jeff Fisher (Titans Coach) and Jim Mora Jr (Falcons coach) Spent time with Rich Rodriguez (West Virginia head coach) to take a look at the spread option to try and take more advantage of QB speed. So I think it will be interesting to see how it works in the NFL.