Devin Funchess, the first former NFL player to sign a professional basketball contract is today's guest on the Scoop B Radio Podcast.
Our Full Interview Here ➡️ https://t.co/z0hjCHX5qW
@D_FUNCH discussed how the Miami Heat's Duncan Robinson was instrumental in his transition!
After @D_FUNCH made history by becoming first former NFL player to sign a professional hoops contract, many have discussed NBA'ers like @KingJames could play in today's NFL.
LA Rams safety @JCTII_ tells Scoop B Radio that it's a lot more difficult than people think:
"A lot of people say LeBron and it’s certain guys that actually played [football] in high school. So I think that people that had that background in football, would probably be the best."
"Basketball is a creative sport. It’s creative on the court even if you [don’t] have all the skill; you may not be the best so, I think that’s a game where you try and you gotta see who’s moving right, but I’m sure a couple receivers -- I know Puka [Nacua] went out there in the All-Star Game and did well so a lot of guys can surprise people. I think a lot of guys who play football would be good basketball players as well."
Devin Funchess tells Scoop B Radio via text message that he’s thrilled to play basketball: “Blessed by the man from above for the opportunity! I Appreciate all those involved with my journey from the Philippines to Australia to now here in Colombia! Can’t wait to get started and get on the right track to going 1-0 on May 1st!”
NFL NEWS with hoops twist: Devin Funchess has signed a one-year deal with the Caribbean Storm of the Basketball League of Colombia.
The move makes Funchess the first NFL player to land a pro hoop contract.
Funchess played seven NFL seasons with Panthers, Colts & Packers.
Former Carolina Panthers TE & WR @D_FUNCH had a workout with @ibarakirobots of the Japanese Basketball League.
“They are interested in something in future,” he tells @BallySports.
Recently retired with 2265 yards, he shared last year that he has a desire to play in the NBA.