Colombian-born cornerback Christian Gonzalez was selected in the NFL Draft by the New England Patriots.

Colombian-born cornerback Christian Gonzalez was drafted by the New England Patriots in the 17th round of the first round of the draft this Thursday. NFL 2023 and which takes place in Kansas City, the agency said EFE.

“I am very happy about this opportunity, which means a lot to me and to Colombia, where my father was born; I am very happy to be hereí,” said González, who was very proud of his roots and displayed the Colombian flag under his white jacket.

The South American defender will report to coach Bill Belichick.a coach who has won six Super Bowl rings is no doubt a boost to any rookie who, like Gonzalez, sees his dream come true.

History of Christian Gonzalez

Christian Gonzalez is 20 years old, and according to the agency EFEin college football, he played for the Colorado Buffalos for his first two years.in 2022 he played for the Oregon Ducks, a team with which he scored 35 tackles, seven assists defended and four steals, making him one of the best in his position.

At the past 2023 NFL Scout Combine. The Oregon Ducks cornerback impressed NFL coaches with a 4.38 second rush for 40 yards.speed, which makes it ideal for providing direct coverage.

Christian was born in Carrollton (Texas, USA). His father, Colombian Hector González, played basketball with the Bogota Pirates from 1996 to 2000; Thanks to his athletic talent, he received a scholarship to study at the University of Texas, where his son grew up.

Athlete family.

Like a second and his father, her sister Melissa, also born in the US, became an athlete. He is a specialist in the 400m hurdles, in which he represented Colombia at the last Olympics in Tokyo. in which she was eliminated in the semi-finals.

NFL with Colombian flair

It should be noted that the arrival of Christian Gonzalez in the NFL, joins three other names to reach the coveted league, the first being Jairo Peñaranda.former running back for the Los Angeles Rams in 1981 and for the Philadelphia Eagles in 1985. Fouad Reveys Former kicker for the Dolphins (1985–1988), Chargers (1990) and Vikings (1995).

Fernando Velasco was last and wore the colors of the Titans (2008-2012), Steelers (2013) and Panthers (2014-2015).with whom he managed to qualify for Super Bowl 50, which they lost to the Denver Broncos.

With information from EFE

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Author: Arnaldo Fernandez
Source: La Opinion

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