The growth of American football on these shores is translating to on-field production as Peter Clarke became the latest talent to set foot on the trail to college programmes - and maybe even the NFL.
On Wednesday at Tottenham Hotspur’s purpose-built NFL stadium, Clarke signed his deal and committed to join Temple University. The tight end is attending the Philadelphia-based college on a five-year course but he will be eligible for the NFL Draft after just three seasons.
Clarke found success and suitors as he impressed at the NFL Academy - the London-based operation complete with the best facilities and coaches to develop talent and best prepare them for the United States. While Covid threatened to derail his dream of being recruited and joining an American college, Clarke persevered and his patience was rewarded with a desired offer from Temple.
