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TE Marlin Klein left Europe to pursue his football dream and now hopes to see payoff at NFL draft
Klein overcame language barriers and a cross-Atlantic move to earn a Michigan scholarship, and he could become the third Wolverines tight end drafted in three years.
- Marlin Klein is expected to be selected in the NFL draft this Friday or Saturday, becoming the third Michigan Wolverines tight end chosen in three years.
- At 15 years old, Klein left Germany to pursue his football dream in the United States, saying, "I left my entire life behind" to chase it.
- Relying on Google Translate, which he called "my best friend for the first year," Klein recorded 12 career starts, 38 receptions, and 364 yards at Michigan.
- The NFL prioritizes international talent to expand its global fanbase, positioning players like Klein as ambassadors in key markets across Europe and beyond.
- This year's draft class includes other international prospects like defensive tackle Uar Bernard and edge rusher Joshua Weru, who expect their names called on Day 3 alongside Klein.
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Independent EspañolWhen Marlin Klein left Germany to play American football in the United States, he entered a whole new world.
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TE Marlin Klein left Europe to pursue his football dream and now hopes to see payoff at NFL draft
Marlin Klein left Germany to play football in America and entered a whole new world. The teenager left behind the sports he loved as a youngster and went to work in the Georgia mountains, using Google Translate to become fluent in English.
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Leaning Left6Leaning Right3Center5Last UpdatedBias Distribution43% Left
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