Jake Paul Says NFL Teams Have Contacted Him About Playing, Dismisses League as “Mediocre”

Professional boxer Jake Paul asserted that several NFL franchises and coaching staffs have already contacted him regarding potential roster spots, suggesting a transition to football would prove straightforward. In an interview with Front Office Sports, the 29-year-old stated he had engaged in preliminary discussions with interested parties about joining their organizations.

Paul criticized the overall quality of play in professional football, contending that many current athletes underperform fundamentally. He claimed his physical capabilities—including hand coordination, speed, and strength—exceed those of most existing players, and suggested that minimal training would prepare him for the position of receiver.

Drawing parallels to the skepticism he faced when launching his boxing career, Paul downplayed the doubters questioning his football aspirations. He referenced social media detractors and unconvinced observers who initially dismissed his boxing ambitions before he accumulated a 12-2 professional record.

Expressing a preference for his native franchise, Paul identified the Cleveland Browns as his preferred destination and suggested the team needed quality receivers. He referenced his lifelong fandom and his mother’s dedication to the Browns organization, even joking about reserving jersey number 17.

Paul’s boxing record includes a sixth-round knockout loss to Anthony Joshua in December 2025. Despite sustaining a double broken jaw in that bout, he indicated during an ESPN appearance that financial incentives could prompt his return to the ring.