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Former English rugby player Travis Clayton taken by Buffalo Bills in NFL draft
SUCCESS: Travis Clayton

FORMER rugby union player Travis Clayton has been selected by the Buffalo Bills in the 2024 NFL draft.

The Englishman’s selection sees him join former Wales star Louis Rees-Zammit in American football.

Clayton, 23, was selected with the 221st overall pick in the seventh round despite having never played a game in the sport.

 

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