NFL stints to boxing champions - 10 footballers that tried their hand at other sports

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Star Sport has taken a look at ten of the most high-profile examples. The German goalkeeper actually made the World Cup squad in 2010, but six years later, he had swapped being in nets, for being between the ropes in the WWE.Nicknamed ‘The Machine’ Weise made his wrestling debut in 2016, but lasted only one year before returning to football with SSV Dillingen.Back in 2003, at the height of his England career, James accepted an invitation to try out for NFL giants Miami Dolphins."I am delighted to have been invited - it's a great opportunity to learn about more about the sport, and put myself up against some of the best athletes in the world," James said.He was given a crash course at playing quarterback, wide receiver and kicker, before.