"I've caught fish as big as I am. I've caught marlin close to 300 pounds"

Merlin Olsen was a professional football player and sportscaster, and this quote is likely describing his experience fishing. It is most likely that he is expressing his pride in his fishing skills, as he has caught fish that are as huge as he is, and even marlin near 300 pounds. This is an excellent accomplishment, as marlin are large, powerful fish that require ability and strength to capture. It is most likely that Olsen has actually spent a great deal of time fishing, and has actually developed the abilities and strength required to capture such big fish. This quote is likely a testament to his fishing expertise, and his capability to catch large fish. It is also most likely that Olsen has a great gratitude for the sport of fishing, and the difficulty of catching large fish.