North Tyrolean with NFL dream: “It’s an honor”

On Monday the information followed that he went to the New York Giants goes. “It’s an honor to be there,” said Platzgummer APA -Conversation. In the future, the 23-year-old will train with a four-time Super Bowl champion, most recently in 2011. “That definitely sounds very good and will be a cool experience,” said the national football player. An initial telephone conversation with head coach Joe Judge was scheduled for Tuesday. “He is new there, which is perhaps an advantage because the players are not yet established and have to prove themselves first,” said Platzgummer. He is particularly looking forward to getting to know his soon-to-be running back colleague Saquon Barkley. The 23-year-old (“an amazing athlete, I can certainly learn a lot from him”) is a role model for the Tyrolean. Coronavirus: Training start is open Due to the coronavirus pandemic, it is still unclear when the adventure for Platzgummer will begin. There is no specific date for the start of preparations. “I don’t know anything at the moment, I’m expecting weeks to months,” the running back suspected. As of now, the NFL season is scheduled to begin in the fall. “I’ll do my best and then I’ll see where it takes me.” 91 men are fighting for the 53 squad positions, including Platzgummer. “One of my strengths is that I can handle pressure quite well,” says Platzgummer. In addition, he does not allow himself to be unsettled or intimidated. “I’ll just keep doing my thing, like I did in training camp in Florida, do my best and then I’ll see where it takes me.” Platzgummer still has one goal: to become a doctor If the jump doesn't succeed, it wouldn't be the end for the Innsbruck native, as he could continue to train with the club, but not be used. And next year there would be another chance. “Settle in for a year and then start with better chances because you’ve already been there before, that’s how it could work,” explained Platzgummer. He will travel to the USA alone, where he will most likely stay in a hotel first and then look for an apartment at the start of the season. “New York is a great city,” said Platzgummer excitedly. Due to the career opportunity, he has to put aside his medical studies, which he is currently in the eighth semester of. “It’s a small incarnation of a childhood dream. It's no problem to take a break there. “When I’m done with my career, I’ll move on,” Platzgummer outlined. He has decided to work as a doctor one day.

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North Tyrolean with NFL dream: “It’s an honor”

For Sandro Platzgummer, a “childhood dream” has come true these days. On Saturday he learned that he would receive a spot on the extended practice squad of a National Football League (NFL) club as part of the Pathway program.

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