Ryan Poles Acquires Another Agile Lineman for Chicago's Offensive Line
Chicago Bears fans have reason to be excited with the team's recent addition of Roy Mbaeteka through the NFL International Player Pathway Program. The 6-foot-9, 320-pound tackle was part of the program last year and even trained with the New York Giants during their camp. What's more impressive is that Mbaeteka doesn't have any high school or college experience, making his journey to the NFL even more inspiring.
Mbaeteka was one of three players selected to train at the NFL Academy in London last October. After impressing during his time there, he was among 13 players selected to compete for a spot in the pathway program, which allowed him to work with former NFL center LeCharles Bentley to improve his skills as a lineman. This is a great opportunity for international players like Mbaeteka to establish a pathway to the NFL and prove their worth on the field.
The NFL International Player Pathway Program is a unique initiative that allows players from around the world to compete for a spot in the league. The program designates a division at random each season and players in the program do not count against the 90-man offseason roster. If they clear waivers, they can sign to their assigned team's practice squad and the practice squad gets an exemption for his spot. However, if they go on a practice squad, they can't be signed to any team's active roster that season.
Since its inception in 2017, the program has produced players like Efe Obada, Jakob Johnson, and Jordan Mailata, who have all made significant contributions to their respective teams. With Mbaeteka's impressive size and work ethic, he could become the latest success story for the program and a valuable asset for the Chicago Bears. It's an exciting time for both the team and Mbaeteka as they prepare for the upcoming season.
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