American Football
‘A massive adrenaline rush’: From Aussie rules to US college stardom
Prized for their long-range kicking skills, Australian footballers are taking a punt on sporting glory in America.
- Sarah Smiles Persinger
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NFL’s love affair with Australian punters continues with Jeremy Crawshaw drafted by Denver Broncos
The 23-year-old from western Sydney aspired to be a Penrith Panther before discovering his talent for kicking a Sherrin. Now he’s on the verge of playing in the NFL.
This Sydney council wants to give the keys to the city to Jordan Mailata
There’s just one problem: Despite visiting Australia, the Super Bowl champ didn’t pop in to collect the keys.
- Frances Howe
‘We shared this dream’: How Petaia’s late father inspired NFL switch
The journey of namesake Jordan Mailata, as well as words from his late father, inspired Jordan Petaia to embark on a cross-code switch to the NFL.
- Adrian Proszenko
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Aussies dominate one position in US college football. Some Americans are trying to stop them
Australians now make up almost half the punting positions on American college football teams, but a Melbourne company has been accused of helping them game the system.
- Cameron Houston
NFL star thrown out of stadium after blowing Raiders’ horn
The Las Vegas Raiders’ player was removed from Allegiant Stadium after an incident in a bathroom.
- Michael Chammas and Dan Walsh
‘We don’t wear pads or helmets, brother’: Is the bloody biff the trick to finding NRL fans in the US?
Americans aren’t used to seeing their footballers take the heat without padding or helmets. They secretly like it.
- Jordan Baker
NRL doubles down in Vegas with risky play of razzle-dazzle
To critics, rugby league’s push into the American sports market is a weird and wild waste of time. But many say it’s a not-so-crazy idea that just might work.
- Jordan Baker
Australia’s next Jordan Mailata may have already been discovered
Jordan Mailata came to the attention of NFL scouts in the carpark of a London football field. The next wave of prospects are already on the way.
- Frances Howe and Billie Eder
Everything you need to know about Taylor Swift’s Super Bowl appearance
While NFL fans were watching the score, pop culture fans were keeping a close eye on the musical juggernaut.
- Nell Geraets
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