Former Iowa State QB Dekkers Featured in Lengthy ESPN Write Up

Hunter Dekkers has had a collegiate football career with many turns, and it may soon conclude with an NFL opportunity on the other side.

Dekkers, who departed from the Iowa State Cyclone program following a gambling investigation back in the Summer of 2023 and subsequent lack of eligibility ruling, is the feature of a lengthy ESPN write up documenting his journey.

A journey that includes the next stop of a potential NFL dream.

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The Hawarden, Iowa native aims to pursue an NFL career as his next step, and while it isn't without hurdles; the journey remains attainable.

Per ESPN.com:

Playing junior college football was not a dream for the four-star prospect out of West Sioux High School in Hawarden, Iowa, but a life-altering decision jeopardized Dekkers playing football at any level.

The lengthy story of Dekkers' career from start to present is a can't miss look inside an intriguing and emotional journey through the world of a young collegiate athlete.

On Wednesday, Dekkers participated in his latest NFL-related event, throwing at the USD Pro Day in Vermillion. He drew some praise along the way:

Dekkers may not be likely to hear his name called in the NFL Draft come late April in Green Bay, but it feels as though he's bound to get a chance to prove his ability at the next level in the months to come.

To read the entire feature length article on Dekkers, click here.

Source: ESPN.com