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Australian Rugby Player Ben Te Kura Released by Broncos, Plans Move to NFL
Ben Te Kura, a 22-year-old Australian who was the tallest player in National Rugby League history, was released from his Brisbane Broncos contract. He will begin training in the United States immediately for a potential NFL career in 2027.
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Ben Te Kura was released from his contract by the Brisbane Broncos on July 2, 2026. The 6-foot-9, 268-pound 22-year-old Australian, who was the tallest player in the history of Australia’s National Rugby League, will begin training in America immediately to prepare for the NFL in 2027, NBC Sports reported.
“I’m very grateful to the Broncos for everything they’ve done to support me in pursuing an opportunity in the NFL,” Te Kura said.
Te Kura is expected to add weight and attempt to play offensive tackle. His agent compared him to Jordan Mailata, who signed a three-year, $66 million contract after moving from Australian rugby to the NFL. The highest-paid player in the National Rugby League earns a little under $1 million USD per year.
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