Jude McAtamney- Making it in the NFL

Jude McAtamney- Making it in the NFL

Author: BBC Radio Ulster February 4, 2025 Duration: 1:01:03

This is the fascinating story of Jude McAtamney. From a talented footballing family in Swatragh, Co Derry, Jude played for inter-county U20 for three years- destined for senior football. Then covid hit and the beginning of a remarkable journey. Jude decided he wanted to become a kicker in the NFL. That journey brought him to Serbia, North Carolina, Australia, Rutgers before eventually signing for the New York Giants. When the Washington Commanders came to town, Jude got his chance and took it, nailing all of his kicks. It's a journey of ups and downs, doubts, sliding doors, all before finally making it in the NFL. There's more to come too. On Super Bowl week, this is the brilliant Jude McAtamney


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