Jordan Mailata is an Australian professional American football player who plays as an offensive tackle for the Philadelphia Eagles of the National Football League (NFL). Despite being a highly touted prospect, Mailata did not play college football in the United States and instead went straight from high school to the NFL.
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Jordan Mailata was born on January 15, 1997, in Bankstown, New South Wales, Australia. He grew up playing rugby league, a sport that is extremely popular in Australia and quickly became one of the top prospects in the country. Despite his success on the rugby field, Mailata was intrigued by American football and decided to pursue a career in the NFL.
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In order to make that dream a reality, Mailata trained with former NFL players and coaches in Australia, honing his skills and learning the intricacies of the game. He also made several trips to the United States to participate in NFL scouting events and showcase his abilities to NFL teams.
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