Jake Paul says he wants to play in the NFL as a slot receiver. The boxer and influencer told an audience he is serious about making the jump after his boxing career.
Paul said he originally thought about going straight to teams like the Cleveland Browns or Dallas Cowboys. He now plans to walk on at Stanford University to play college football first. He believes this will give him game tape and an edge over younger players.
At 29 years old, Paul has no prior competitive football experience. He has built a large following through boxing wins against former pros and viral content. NFL teams have not commented on his interest.
The comments spread quickly on social media, with many fans and analysts questioning whether he could succeed at the professional level. Paul has not detailed a timeline or specific training plans.