Former England captain Harry Kane has long been an admirer of the NFL, and his fascination with American football only deepened after he became a Bayern Munich player. The 32-year-old striker revealed last month that trying to become an NFL kicker is something that's "always been in the back of my mind." He acknowledges that it will be hard work but expresses enthusiasm for giving it a go when he retires from football.
To help Kane achieve his dream, Tom Brady, a Super Bowl-winning quarterback and close friend of Kane's, has offered to train him. Brady has himself made a successful transition from football to rugby league, highlighting the possibility that Kane could find success in the NFL as well.
Former Austin Staders punter Dustin Colquitt is another key figure backing Kane's bid to become an NFL kicker. In 2020, Colquitt won Super Bowl LV with the Kansas City Chiefs after playing for 15 seasons. Before his football career ended, he played high school football, earned college scholarship offers, and remains a big fan of the sport.
Colquitt told BBC Sport that Kane would be fantastic as an NFL kicker if he focused on it. "He's got some great finishing skills," Colquitt said. The experienced punter also believes Kane has an advantage in terms of mental approach. Unlike many punters who focus solely on the kick, kickers must also handle pressure while kicking stationary balls between posts for a field goal or extra point.
Several footballers have successfully made the switch to become NFL kickers, including Toni Fritsch and Neil O'Donoghue. The fact that current NFL kickers like Brandon Aubrey and Harrison Butker began their careers in other sports suggests Kane has a good chance of succeeding as well.
The former Tottenham striker's Bayern contract runs until 2027, just before his 34th birthday, giving him ample time to explore this new opportunity.
To help Kane achieve his dream, Tom Brady, a Super Bowl-winning quarterback and close friend of Kane's, has offered to train him. Brady has himself made a successful transition from football to rugby league, highlighting the possibility that Kane could find success in the NFL as well.
Former Austin Staders punter Dustin Colquitt is another key figure backing Kane's bid to become an NFL kicker. In 2020, Colquitt won Super Bowl LV with the Kansas City Chiefs after playing for 15 seasons. Before his football career ended, he played high school football, earned college scholarship offers, and remains a big fan of the sport.
Colquitt told BBC Sport that Kane would be fantastic as an NFL kicker if he focused on it. "He's got some great finishing skills," Colquitt said. The experienced punter also believes Kane has an advantage in terms of mental approach. Unlike many punters who focus solely on the kick, kickers must also handle pressure while kicking stationary balls between posts for a field goal or extra point.
Several footballers have successfully made the switch to become NFL kickers, including Toni Fritsch and Neil O'Donoghue. The fact that current NFL kickers like Brandon Aubrey and Harrison Butker began their careers in other sports suggests Kane has a good chance of succeeding as well.
The former Tottenham striker's Bayern contract runs until 2027, just before his 34th birthday, giving him ample time to explore this new opportunity.
he's already a great footballer so maybe kicking the ball is like shooting in football 
anyway i think it's cool that tom brady is gonna train him, Brady himself played rugby league in the past, who knows maybe Kane can do same 
colquitt says Kane has got skills and mental game so i guess its possible he could make nfl kicker
. On one hand, can you imagine Kane in a football jersey with a helmet? 
It's already a mental image that has me grinning from ear to ear! Tom Brady's willingness to train him is awesome, though - he's definitely got the know-how. And Dustin Colquitt's endorsement gives me faith that Kane's got what it takes.
. And let's be real, Kane's still got a football career to wrap up before he even thinks about hanging up his cleats 
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. Maybe we'll get a footballer-turned-kicker in the NFL? Stranger things have happened, right? 
This is crazy! I think it's awesome that Harry Kane wants to try out for the NFL kicker position and has people like Tom Brady and Dustin Colquitt believing in him 
. It's not going to be easy, but if he puts in the work, he could really make a name for himself 
. The fact that other footballers have made the switch successfully shows that it's definitely possible 
. I'm curious to see how his Bayern contract situation plays out and if this is something he can realistically pursue on top of his football career 
it's awesome that Tom Brady is willing to train him and Dustin Colquitt believes he'd be a great fit too 
I'm curious to see how he'll do, maybe we'll get to see a footballer in the NFL soon?! 
. The fact that Tom Brady is mentoring him and someone like Dustin Colquitt thinks he'd be great at it is pretty cool 
. If Kane is willing to put in the work, I wouldn't count him out 
️. We'll just have to wait and see how this whole thing plays out 
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. And let's be real, if Kane can make it in the NFL, maybe it'll open up more opportunities for other athletes who want to try something new and challenge themselves. The world is your oyster, right? 
. The fact that a former footballer like Dustin Colquitt is giving Kane the thumbs up too shows that there's definitely potential here. And let's be real, if someone like Brandon Aubrey can make it from rugby league to the NFL, why not Harry Kane? 
It's not like anyone else can say they've tried two different sports at the highest level... that's gotta count for something 
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I'm lowkey excited about Harry Kane trying out for the NFL 
and Dustin Colquitt thinks he's got what it takes 
. It's not like it's impossible, tons of footballers have made the switch already 
! He already has the skills and mental game from playing football, which is a big advantage. Tom Brady's been training him and all? That's so cool 
! Kane's got that passion and drive, I'm sure he can make it happen 
. 2027 is still a ways away so we'll just have to see how this whole thing plays out 
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he's got the skills and the passion, what more could they ask for? Tom Brady offering to train him is pure genius 
and Dustin Colquitt's words are so inspiring, Kane has the finishing skills and mental approach that would make any kicker jealous 
. The fact that there are already successful football-to-NFL kickers like Toni Fritsch and Neil O'Donoghue makes me think Kane's got a solid chance 
. Still, if anyone can make it happen, it's Harry! Maybe with the right training and mindset, he'll prove everyone wrong 
. Can you imagine seeing Kane kicking goals in the NFL? 
. So, what are the chances of Kane being just as successful? 
. Ugh, my mind is literally all over the place 
. Now it's not just about the football, but also trying out new sports and taking risks. It's all about chasing your dreams, right?