Gable Steveson, Olympic gold medalist in wrestling from Tokyo, is transitioning to the NFL with the Buffalo Bills.
The Bills announced Steveson’s signing on Friday after he recently worked out for the team. This marked his first time wearing cleats, according to ESPN, and he will be joining the team’s defensive linemen.
“I have been fortunate to compete at the highest level of competition in my sport but am looking forward to the challenge of seeing how my wrestling skills may translate to football,” Steveson said. “I am grateful to Coach [Sean] McDermott, [General Manager] Brandon Beane, and the Buffalo Bills organization for giving me thisopportunity.”
Steveson returned to school at Minnesota after winning gold and secured national titles in 2021 and 2022. He had also been signed with WWE for several years but was released earlier this month.
Bob Hayes is the only NFL player to have won both a Super Bowl and an Olympic gold medal. If all goes well in Buffalo, Steveson could potentially join him.
In a corresponding move, the Bills released punter Matt Haack.
