Norwegian Kicker Havard Rugland Signs Detroit Lions NFL Deal After YouTube Video Goes Viral
Havard Rugland (Photo: YouTube screengrab)
UPDATE: Norwegian Havard Rugland’s goal of one day playing in the NFL will come true. Rugland became a YouTube phenomenon with his trick kicks video. Friday it was announced Rugland has signed with the Detroit Lions who were looking for a new kicker following the retirement of 21-season veteran Jason Hanson.
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