The popularity of the NFL (National Football League) has attracted many players from all corners of the world. Here’s the list of the top five English players in the NFL.
While many Brits have made a name and fame in NFL, the most popular ones are:
1. Lawrence Tynes
Lawrence Tynes is another important player in the history of Super Bowl successes. Tynes’ contribution was that his teams were always mentioned among NFL lines and picked with their fixtures throughout the NFL season.
Born in Greenock, the United Kingdom, in 1978, Tynes kicked two overtime winners in playoff games. One came during the NFC Championship, which secured him the Giant’s passage through Super Bowl XLVI. Throughout his 12-year career, Tynes made 190 field goals. Finally, he ended up in the NFL with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2013. During his tenure, he’s been popular among fans for betting formats, like Vegas NFL odds.
2. John Tyler Varga
John Tyler Varga is one of the most famous English players on the NFL team. He’s a great example of Sweden’s influence on the United States. Born in Stockholm, Sweden, Varga retired from the NFL in 2016.
Interestingly, Varga’s debut was as an undrafted free agent with Indianapolis Colts, in which he made the 53 man roster. He played as an active player for the first time against the Buffalo Bills. In his final match, he suffered from an injury which led to his retirement, but he is forever in the hearts of NFL fans.
3. Julian Okwara
Born in London, Julian Okwara has been listed as the Lions’ Breakout Player for 2022. The 24-year-old Okwara is the younger brother of Detroit defensive end Romeo Okwara.
In 2021, Okwara produced a career-high five sacks as a third-round draft pick of the Lions 2020. He also secured nine QB hits, six loss tackles, a forced fumble, and an interception. This is all in 13 games and one start. He is named one of the Breakout players for NFL season 2022. His hybrid skills show all-around talent in the field, which surprises the fans.
4. Jay Ajayi
Running back Jay Ajayi claimed his Super Bowl ring with the Philadelphia Eagles. Born in London, Ajayi graduated from Boise State. The Miami Dolphins chose him in the fifth round of the NFL 2015 draft.
After two years, Ajayi joined the Eagles and contributed to their Super Bowl LII success. Unfortunately, chronic knee injuries plagued the runner throughout his career. The former player is now without a team at 29.
5. Osi Umenyiora
If there is any NFL fan in Europe, it’s hard not to know Osi Umenyiora. He’s a leading pundit on The NFL Show on BBC. He’s one of the best Brits to ever perform in the NFL. Now 40, Umenyiora was born and brought to the English capital for seven years. Then, he moved to Nigeria, and the New York Giants drafted him in 2003.
Umenyiora played football for ten years and ended up in the NFL with a title of a two-time Super Bowl champion. In addition, the player garnered the name in two Pro Bowls teams. He also won an award from the New York Giants Ring of Honor.
