Northampton Saints sign George Smith after the lock walked away from the chance of forging an career in American football.
Premiership champions Northampton Saints have signed George Smith after the lock walked away from the chance of forging an career in American football.
The 22-year-old, who stands 6ft 8in and weighs in at 138kg, was among the NFL's international player pathway intake earlier this year alongside ex-Wales star Louis Rees-Zammit. Smith was in the United States from late January before being tempted back to rugby and the English game with Saints in April, having played in the second division with Coventry up until his decision to try to earn an NFL contract."I wanted to pursue rugby more than American Football. Shieldsy rang me up asking if I wanted to come in, train with the boys and see if it was the right fit.
"He is a bright lad and got stuck in from the word go. We’ve got someone who is physical, smart and can play the game."Euro 2024 latest: England defender Guehi news conference before last 16'It's amazing what music can do''Horrific' and 'ugly' - World Cup semi-final pitch criticised'Cricket isn't forever' - Sciver-Brunt on egg-freezing
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