NFL sides look set to take punt on Mallinder

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NEWPORT, WALES - APRIL 03: Harry Mallinder of Northampton Saints runs with the ball during the European Rugby Challenge Cup match between Dragons and Northampton Saints at Rodney Parade on April 03, 2021 in Newport, Wales. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by David Rogers/Getty Images)

ON THE BLINDSIDE
Harry Mallinder’s dream of winning an NFL contract has moved a step closer after the former England U20 captain made it through the NFL Combine in Indianapolis.
Multiple NFL teams have reached out to the 27-year-old, who has impressed them with his big boot and strapping physique.
Mallinder is one of 16 athletes from other sports on the NFL’s International Player Pathway hoping to crossover and make it big in America’s code of football, with Louis Rees-Zammit the most high-profile name on a list that also includes ex-Connacht player Darragh Leader and Coventry lock George Sm...

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