Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards says he may pursue an NFL career if he wins an NBA championship before turning 30.
Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards has once again sparked talk of a potential NFL career.
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The 24-year-old guard told NBA Courtside in a clip on X that he might pursue professional football if he wins an NBA championship before turning 30.
"Especially if I get one while I'm still young. I get one before I turn 30, I'm definitely going to try and play football," Edwards said. When asked about positions, he joked, "Probably receiver. I might try to go quarterback. Probably backup quarterback. I ain't really got to play unless my starter gets hurt. I could go for that if my starter quarterback gets hurt and everybody loves a backup... play behind (Patrick Mahomes) or something."
Edwards is enjoying the most productive season of his six-year NBA career, averaging a career-high 29.7 points, 5.2 rebounds, 3.7 assists, and 1.4 steals in 52 games.
He's shooting 49.4% from the field and 40.2% from three-point range while logging 35.7 minutes per game.
His scoring and leadership have helped Minnesota reach a 39-23 record, securing fourth place in the Western Conference and keeping the Timberwolves in strong contention for the postseason.
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