Jake Paul claims NFL teams have contacted him for a wide‑receiver spot

Jake Paul NFL interest wide receiver Cleveland Browns boxing-to-football

Boxing star and social‑media personality Jake Paul said in a July 2026 interview that several National Football League teams have reached out about signing him as a wide receiver. Paul, who is recovering from a jaw injury sustained in a bout with Anthony Joshua, asserted that he has "better hands, faster, stronger" than many current NFL players, describing the league’s talent as "super mediocrity."

He expressed a particular interest in joining the Cleveland Browns, noting his lifelong fandom and his mother’s support. While Paul’s comments generated viral discussion online, no team has confirmed any formal interest.

The statements reflect Paul’s broader ambition to transition from boxing to professional football, though no official negotiations have been reported.

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Jake Paul says multiple NFL teams have reached out about post-boxing deal: 'Super mediocrity' [www.bjpenn.com]

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Jake Paul claims multiple NFL teams have reached out, says there is a lot of 'mediocrity' in football [www.foxnews.com]

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Jake Paul claims NFL players' 'super mediocrity' will help him make roster [www.newsweek.com]

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