Australians in American football

In Australia, there is an almost equal fascination, among the media and general public, of players linked to the National Football League (NFL) as there is for the Irish experiment.

[citation needed] Although Australians have participated at the highest level of American football, since the success of Darren Bennett as a punter and more recently Ben Graham, several athletes from Australian rules football, rugby league and rugby union have been linked to potential NFL careers.

Initially Australians sought out American football careers,[1] although now NFL scouts are more often actively seeking punters from Australia.

[citation needed] For almost a decade, the NFL has placed full-time development officers in Australia, including Australian rules football hopeful Dwayne Armstrong.

Philadelphia Eagles (2017–2020) Houston Texans (2021–2023) Pittsburgh Steelers (2024–present) Australian Rules Football New York Jets (2016–2019) Carolina Panthers (2021–present) Pittsburgh Steelers (2015–2020) Minnesota Vikings (2021–present) Pittsburgh Steelers (2014) New York Giants (2015–2017) Philadelphia Eagles (2007–2010) Washington Redskins (2011–2013) New York Jets (2005–2008) New Orleans Saints (2008) Arizona Cardinals (2008–2011) Detroit Lions (2011–2012) San Diego Chargers (1994–2003) Minnesota Vikings (2004–2005) (either during or after their Australian professional careers)