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LeBron James said earlier that he started training for football during the 2011 NBA blockade and was serious about a test with the Cowboys.
The Lakers star actually has a contract with Cowboys owner Jerry Jones in his office.
James revealed in a recent interview with TheAthletic.com that the Seahawks also offered him a chance for a test in 2011, and he “seriously considered” playing football.
“I would have joined the team,” James told TheAthletic.com. “I would have tried, but I would have joined the team. One thing about it, I don’t mind working for something, so if I had to try for the Cowboys or the Seahawks, or if I had stayed at home and gone back to Cleveland, I would have tried, but I would have made the team.
“I only know what I can do on the football field. Especially at that age. “
James was 26 at the time, although he hadn’t played football since the first year of high school.
He starred as a receiver in high school, receiving interest from the State of Florida, the State of Ohio, Notre Dame, Michigan and Florida, among others.
“Urban Meyer recruited me,” said James. “I think he was the wide receiver coach at Notre Dame at the time. So, yes, I was being recruited by all the big schools. “
James never lost his love for football.
“I just love the sport. I watch all the time. It’s just in me. It’s how I grew up, ”said James.