“Mexican-American Steve Avila Drafted by Los Angeles Rams in NFL 2023 Draft”

Written in SPORTS he 29/4/2023 · 13:52 hs

Mexico City.- Mexico had representation in the Draft from NFL con Steve Ávila, a player with Mexican blood, born in USA and that in his time as a collegiate player he was a member of the Texans Christian University (TCU) where he stood out for his defensive qualities and that led him to be chosen in the second round by the Rams as one of the best prospects.

Stevewho is actually called Esteban He recounted in an interview with the Fort Worth Star-Telegram newspaper, that when he arrived at his school and began the first season, he introduced himself with his name in Spanish, but few could pronounce it, so he chose to choose Steve, his name in the Anglo-Saxon language, to introduce himself and this is how he has been known from then until his senior year at TCU.

Avila He was selected 36th overall in the NFL Draft by Los Angeles Rams. This is the highest pick the Rams have made since taking tight end Gerald Everett (44) in 2017.. The player who can have various positions, developed as a center, right tackle or left guard, a position where he consolidated himself in the last season where he appeared as a starter on 15 occasions and which stood out because in 515 plays he did not allow a single sack.

In addition to his versatility on the field, he also stands out for his size and speed. characteristics that make it ideal for tasks of protection of passes and blocks. In his last year with the Horned Frogs he was also recognized on the Associated Press All-American and First-Team All-Big 12 teams. Another characteristic of Steve is his humility in the teams in which he participates. In the aforementioned interview, he mentioned that he seeks to help the team where the coach requires it.

“I always tell the coaches, wherever they need me. I can deliver water if you need me. I don’t have a big problem doing anything,” Steve said in that interview, who will now begin his career as a professional and will be in charge of protecting Matthew Stafford looking to have a good season with his team.

Source: Tribune