Initial speed of the charged particles would determine how deep in the body the particles would penetrate, while the intensity of the beam would determine the dose reaching the target. (discovermagazine.com)
In the afternoon, initial speed out of the start proved to be the critical factor on a very shallow course that grew increasingly rutted throughout the session to the extent that, by the turn of the men's and women's third teams, just negotiating the flume - like track without mishap was a greater focus than setting a fast time. (sport.ox.ac.uk)
Now that lack of initial speed probably does means that Benjamin will never be great for a smoke screen (turns around and catches the ball at the snap while offensive linemen and other wide receivers block in front of him) or a reverse / end - around guy, but who cares when he will be able to get open downfield on chunk plays from day one? (sbnation.com)