Seahawks conduct tryout for NRL's tallest player Ben Te Kura
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 23, 2026, 10:10 PM
Last updated Jul 23, 2026
The Seattle Seahawks hosted a tryout for four players, including Ben Te Kura, an Australian rugby player measuring 6'9”. Te Kura played for the Brisbane Broncos in the NRL, where he is the tallest player in league history. Released from his contract, he aims to transition to the NFL after initial training in American football. He will move to Arizona to pursue his football career further. This tryout reflects the Seahawks' interest in players from outside traditional football backgrounds.
- •Tried out for Seahawks on July 23, 2026.
- •Te Kura was a forward for Brisbane Broncos in the NRL.
- •He has transitioned to American football after NRL career.
- •Seahawks also have rugby-experienced players like George Holani.
- •Te Kura will move to Arizona for continued training.
- 10:10 PMYahoo Sports — Seahawks hold tryout with Australia’s tallest National Rugby League player
"The Seahawks know a thing or two about Australians and rugby players.
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