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Crossover move: the traits that make Jeremy Bloom a world-class skier coult put him on a run to the NFL.(NFL)
Jeremy Bloom is a World Cup champion freestyle skier and a gold medal favorite in the moguls event at the Winter Olympics. He also is a frustrated former University of Colorado football player who had his eligibility revoked by the NCAA in 2004 because he took endorsement money related to his "other" sport.
But is Bloom a legitimate NFL prospect? Or is he gaining so much recognition solely because he's attempting an unprecedented crossover?
"He's an interesting prospect," says Rob Rang, an analyst for NFLDraftScout.com. "But if his name wasn't Jeremy Bloom and he wasn't an Olympian, then I don't think people would be talking much about him."
Bloom hopes to change that by flaunting his speed--believed to be in the 4.3 range in the 40--at the NFL Scouting Combine later this month. In his two seasons at Colorado, Bloom (5-9, 175) flashed big-play potential; he returned three kicks for touchdowns and averaged 19.1 yards per catch as a receiver.
"I don't think he'll be a high draft pick, but as a specialty player, somebody will pick him up," says former NFL quarterback Warren Moon, an analyst for FOX Sports Net. "He's kind of small, but he's got great speed, so I think somebody will give him a chance to return punts and maybe be a game-changer for them."
That's all Bloom wants: a chance to show what he can do. And it's not as if his work on the slopes is irrelevant to football. In fact, the things that make him a successful skier translate quite nicely to football.
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...Palisades, Calif., office over Jeremy Bloom. Never mind that Bloom hasn...had cult-hero status," Larry Bloom said. "I said, `You are going...motivation for many athletes is money, Jeremy Bloom will likely take a financial hit...
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- Newspaper article from: Philadelphia Inquirer (Philadelphia, PA) Narducci, Marc April 26, 2006 700+ words
...opponents who are covering punts, Jeremy Bloom sees plenty of similarities. Bloom...his relatives) love football," Bloom said. "I would be happy to play...Service, 202-383-6099): Jeremy Bloom For information on republishing...
- Jeremy Bloom shelves his skis for the love of Colorado football.(Knight Ridder...
- Newspaper article from: Knight Ridder/Tribune News Service Jensen, Mike August 20, 2002 700+ words
PHILADELPHIA _ Jeremy Bloom picked up his first sponsorship deal...the sponsors, I can't ski," said Bloom, who finished ninth in the freestyle...support myself." However, NCAA rules say Bloom, 20, of Fort Collins, Colo., can...
- Jeremy Bloom shelves his skis for the love of Colorado football.
- Newspaper article from: The Philadelphia Inquirer (via Knight-Ridder/Tribune News Service) August 20, 2002 700+ words
...Byline: Mike Jensen PHILADELPHIA _ Jeremy Bloom picked up his first sponsorship deal...sponsors, I can't ski," said Bloom, who finished ninth in the freestyle...myself." However, NCAA rules say Bloom, 20, of Fort Collins, Colo...
- Inspired by Smith, Bloom ready to make an impact: Jeremy Bloom, who has gotten...
- Newspaper article from: Reading Eagle (Reading, PA) June 9, 2007 700+ words
...PHILADELPHIA -- At 5-9 and 185 pounds, Jeremy Bloom doesn't have that many options...the way he plays the game," said Bloom of the Carolina Panthers' Steve...watch him on tape." Not only can Bloom watch the Pro Bowl player on tape...
- Bloom is finally ready to return: the ex-skier is over injuries and ready to...
- Newspaper article from: Philadelphia Inquirer (Philadelphia, PA) Ryan, Shannon May 31, 2007 700+ words
...May 31--Most days last season, Jeremy Bloom's practices as an Eagle were a...his practices as an Olympic skier. Bloom was accustomed to being isolated...reserve with a hamstring injury, Bloom is excited to be joining teammates...
- National Beverage 'Rips' the U.S. with Jeremy Bloom.
- Press release article from: Business Wire July 14, 2005 700+ words
...World Champion moguls skier Jeremy Bloom's next Olympic run will be powered...display the distinctive Rip It logo. Bloom will continue to sponsor Rip It...following the 2006 Olympic Games. Jeremy Bloom, a 2002 Olympian who last season...
- Equinox Fitness Clubs New Ad Campaign 'Blooms' With NCAA Athlete Jeremy Bloom.
- Press release article from: PR Newswire February 1, 2004 700+ words
...University of Colorado wide receiver, Jeremy Bloom, will be featured. "We were excited...based advertising firm. Lipman chose Bloom for the campaign because of his dedication...in the campaign," Lipman said. Bloom with be appearing in outdoor media...
