Did You Know❓
Denver Broncos TE Chris Manhertz (Cardinal Spellman HS in the Bronx) NEVER played College Football. He attended Canisius College and starred on their basketball team. His size (6'5 240) and athleticism garnered the NFL's attention though. #NYmade#DidYouKnow
"It's something that I take a great deal of pride in and put it out [as] just the brand of physical football that I've been able to play."
How @C_Manhertz's tough mentality helped him shift from college basketball to the @NFL » https://t.co/MdqvfqSO71
New #Broncos Tight End Chris Manhertz NEVER played football until his first NFL Tryout... 🏈
A lifelong basketball star, there were some moments on the court that showed the gridiron was the right place for him 😂🎥
To any graduating college basketball players who are in the transfer portal.
If you have interest in playing college football, please send me your information.
Some of the best tight ends are former basketball players!
Great story of a former college basketball player that made transition to football! With a lot of hard work and dedication great things can happen in life!
Mo Alie-Cox was a star at VCU, but at 6-5 he didn't project as a Power Forward in the NBA.
He pivoted to football and he's made Millions playing Tight End for the Indianapolis Colts.
#NationalTightEndDay
This group right here is building on the great tradition of Tight Ends at Furman University. Standards are always high.
A day of recognition for these tight ends.