Peter Clarke's journey from London to Temple University football
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 11:25 PM
Last updated Oct 9, 2026
Peter Clarke, a tight end for Temple University, developed a passion for American football while growing up in England. Initially a soccer player, he started with flag football before joining the NFL Academy in London. His exposure to the sport led him to post training clips online during the pandemic, attracting attention from U.S. college coaches. Clarke, who aspires to play in the NFL, believes a permanent NFL team in London would thrive due to strong local support. He expressed his hopes for the Eagles to win their game in London and return victorious.
- •Peter Clarke is Temple's starting tight end.
- •He grew up in England, initially focused on soccer.
- •Clarke joined the NFL Academy, enhancing his skills.
- •He gained U.S. college interest by posting online clips.
- •He believes a London NFL team would succeed.
- 11:25 PMYahoo Sports — How Temple University football player's love of the game brought him from London to the Linc
"Temple University starting tight end Peter Clarke grew up in England, but fell in love with the American game of football.
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