Olympic gold medalist wrestler Gable Steveson signs with Buffalo Bills
- Gable Steveson, Olympic gold medalist wrestler, transitions to football by signing with the Buffalo Bills.
- The Buffalo Bills announced the signing of Gable Steveson, making a move from wrestling to the NFL.
- Steveson's switch from the mat to the gridiron marks an exciting new chapter in his athletic career.
The Buffalo Bills signed Gable Steveson, an Olympic gold medalist wrestler, to play on their defensive line. Steveson, who has never played football before, is excited to see how his wrestling skills will help him in football. He is grateful to the Bills for giving him this opportunity. Steveson is a very successful wrestler, winning gold at the 2020 Olympics and achieving great success in college wrestling. Steveson, who is 6-foot-1 and 275 pounds, has also wrestled professionally with the WWE. The Bills hope that his wrestling techniques and agility will benefit their football team. The head coach of the Bills, Sean McDermott, was a successful wrestler in high school and believes wrestling has shaped his life. Steveson's contract with the Bills is for three years, but it is not guaranteed unless he makes the team. The Bills made room for Steveson on their roster by releasing another player. Steveson is the second player without football experience that the Bills have added this season. He joins the team after a successful wrestling career and a brief stint with the WWE. Steveson's journey to the NFL is unique, as he comes from a wrestling background and has never played football before. He is excited for the challenge and opportunity to see how his skills will translate to a new sport.