
Such was Wing’s fame during the height of his college career, a dance move was named after him. So, that’s something I’ve spent a lot of time working on.”Ī job in the NFL would complete a career path many had predicted for him at Baton Rouge. After releasing Brad Wing earlier in the offseason, the New York Giants are in the market for a new punter. Punter - Former LSU punter Brad Wing has a huge leg (along with some. “When I signed here, coach (Mike) Tomlin and (special teams) coach (Danny) Smith both preached to me that hang time was very important. Much like Tebowmania several years ago, Johnny Manziels journey to NFL starting. Through two weeks, Wing is averaging 44.3 yards on 12 punts. “In my mind, it doesn’t matter if there are two or three guys competing, you know what you have to do and what the coaches require, and that’s all I’m worried about. Brad Wing After sitting out of football last season, Wing returned to the AAF and he looks good. That’s been easy for me to do because Adam (Podlesh) is not here. “You can’t let the other guy dictate your performance. Brad Wing 9 Owns The Field I Own His Heart New York G Football Sports Athlete T Shirt Starts at 14.99 BUY Brad Wing 9 Jersey Back New York G Football Team Fan For White T Shirt Starts at 12.99 BUY Brad Wing 9 Jersey Back New York G Football Team Fan For Red T Shirt Starts at 14. “What I try and do is focus on myself,” Wing told the Beaver County Times this week. Ben Graham, a former AFL superboot, carved out an admirable career in the NFL.

But a strong opening two weeks of pre-season with the Steelers - coinciding with the absence of Podlesh, a seven-year veteran - has positioned Wing for a shot at the big time. He also holds the dubious honour of being the first college player to be penalised for on-field taunting after being called back for prematurely celebrating a fake punt and subsequent 52-yard touchdown.ĭespite his undeniable talent - he has been the subject of features in the Wall Street Journal and ESPN - Wing was overlooked in last year’s draft with teams deterred by his behavioural record.Ī lifeline from the Philadelphia Eagles was short-lived, prompting speculation the door to the NFL was closed. Wing will be replaced in the lineup by freshman punter Jamie Keehn. Sav Rocca helped pave the way to the NFL for other former Aussie Rules players like Brad Wing. Brad Wing has been suspended for the Chick-fil-A Bowl for a violation of team rules. He was arrested for battery in 2011 and was suspended from the Chik-Fil-A Bowl game in 2012 for failing a drugs test, according to local media reports.
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I try and focus on the things I worked on in. Wing’s off-field behaviour very nearly robbed him of any chance of realising his NFL dream.Īs an All-American punter at Louisiana State University, Wing fell foul of the law and college officialdom. Punter Brad Wing talks about preparing to punt, his teammates and more.

That would seem a wise policy in the circumstances. I think if I keep my head down and keep working, good things will happen for me.” Brad Wing (left) holds as Drew Alleman #30 of LSU kicks a field goal against Alabama. “The coaches will make whatever decision they feel like is the best one.
