Harry Kane Told How to Become NFL Kicker in ‘Don’t Care’ Advice From American Football Superstar DeAndre Hopkins

When Football Meets Football

Harry Kane is no stranger to the idea of switching sports. The Bayern Munich and England striker has long spoken about his fascination with American football, particularly the NFL. He has publicly declared his admiration for the New England Patriots and their legendary quarterback Tom Brady, even describing Brady as one of his biggest sporting inspirations.

Now, Kane’s passion for gridiron has received an intriguing endorsement. NFL superstar DeAndre Hopkins, one of the most accomplished wide receivers of his generation, believes Kane has all the tools to make the leap into professional American football — if he ever chooses to.

Hopkins’ advice? Simple. “Just knock it down.”

What Happened?

Kane’s love affair with the NFL isn’t breaking news. Over the years, he has been spotted attending games, speaking to NFL players, and even discussing the technical crossover between striking a football and kicking a field goal. But until now, few active NFL players have gone on record with their views on whether the England captain could actually pull it off.

Speaking to FIFA’s official website, Hopkins was asked whether a player like Kane could adapt to the rigours of America’s most demanding sporting stage. The Baltimore Ravens star was unequivocal:

“I think they’ll be embraced. Kicking has evolved to where anyone can come in. If you have a love for the game of football, we’re going to embrace you. Just do things right. Come in and work and obviously make field goals. I don’t think we care who it is or where they’re from. Just knock it down.”

For Kane, whose ball-striking technique has terrified defenders across Europe for more than a decade, the words must feel like validation of a long-standing dream.

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The Bigger Picture: From Spurs to Patriots?

There’s something captivating about the idea of Kane swapping a football pitch for a gridiron field. While it’s still nothing more than speculation, history shows that such a transition is not impossible.

The NFL has seen numerous kickers with soccer backgrounds, and many have flourished. The motion of striking a ball cleanly, adjusting body posture, and dealing with pressure situations has clear parallels. Kane, one of the best finishers of his generation, would not lack the technical tools.

Yet there are challenges, too. NFL kicking is a unique skill, one that demands repetition, precision, and nerves of steel under the spotlight of millions of viewers. Unlike football, where a missed chance might be followed by another opportunity, NFL kickers often get one shot that defines an entire game.

Still, Hopkins’ endorsement underlines that in the modern NFL, talent is talent. If you can do the job, the league — and its players — will welcome you with open arms.

What Hopkins Said: ‘We Don’t Care Who It Is’

Hopkins’ comments are fascinating not just because of their encouragement, but because of their inclusivity.

“If you have a love for the game of football, we’re going to embrace you… I don’t think we care who it is or where they’re from. Just knock it down.”

It’s a pragmatic approach. The NFL is results-driven. If Kane can kick accurately, consistently, and under pressure, then his passport and background wouldn’t matter. That mindset echoes a broader truth about American sports culture: performance trumps pedigree.

Hopkins himself knows what it takes to thrive at the very top. A five-time Pro Bowl wide receiver, he has spent his career catching passes in some of the most high-pressure environments in sport. His advice is simple, but it carries weight — Kane would need to work, focus, and deliver when it matters most.

Did You Know?

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• Soccer-to-NFL transitions are more common than you’d think. Dallas Cowboys kicker Brandon Aubrey was once a professional soccer player, drafted by Toronto FC in Major League Soccer back in 2017 before switching careers.

• Many legendary NFL kickers — including Super Bowl winner Morten Andersen — grew up playing football in Europe before finding fame stateside.

• Kane himself has joked about the possibility of a future career in the NFL, even saying he’d love to “have one shot” at being a kicker once his playing days are over.

What Next for Kane?

For now, Harry Kane is not trading Munich for Massachusetts anytime soon. At just 32, he remains one of Europe’s most lethal strikers. Since moving to Bayern in 2023, he has broken his trophy duck, finally adding silverware to a career defined by goals but starved of honours at Tottenham.

Speculation continues about a possible return to the Premier League, with Manchester United and even Spurs regularly linked to the England captain. But Kane has made it clear: his focus is on the here and now. Bayern are determined to dominate both domestically and in Europe, and Kane is central to that plan.

An NFL career, if it ever comes, would likely be a post-retirement adventure rather than a mid-career gamble.

Football vs. Football: Why the Dream Won’t Go Away

Why does the thought of Kane in the NFL capture so much imagination? Partly, it’s the romance of a crossover. Fans love to see elite athletes test themselves in other environments. Kane’s kicking technique, calm temperament, and obsession with American football make him one of the few footballers who could plausibly make the switch.

There’s also the cultural connection. The NFL has grown enormously in the UK over the past decade, with London hosting regular season games and British fans adopting teams in droves. Kane, as England captain and one of the most recognisable footballers in the world, is the perfect bridge between the two sports.

Whether he ever takes that leap remains to be seen. But with figures like Hopkins saying he’d be welcomed, the fantasy feels just a little more real.

Conclusion: Kane’s Future, Written in Both Codes

Harry Kane remains one of the best strikers in world football. His move to Bayern Munich ended one chapter and opened another, but his story is far from complete. Trophies, goals, and international glory with England still drive him.

And yet, in the background, the NFL dream lingers. Kane has spoken about it often enough to convince fans it’s more than a passing thought. Now, with DeAndre Hopkins offering advice and encouragement, the idea of Kane the NFL kicker feels less like a joke and more like a possibility.

For now, he’ll keep banging in goals for Bayern and wearing the captain’s armband for England. But maybe, just maybe, when the boots finally come off in Europe, they’ll be laced up again — this time under the bright lights of an NFL Sunday.

After all, as Hopkins says, “We don’t care who it is or where they’re from. Just knock it down.”