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NFL

Youtube video wins Norwegian a tryout

A Norwegian whose Youtube clip of spectacular trick shots has been watched more than 500,000 times could be on the verge of a National Football League contract as a kicker. The video caught the attention of professional teams in the United States, and Norwegian state broadcaster NRK has reported that its star, Havard Rugland, had a tryout for the NFL's New York Jets this week. The video shows the 27-year-old performing some outrageous tricks and kicks, from nailing 60-yard field goals to soccer-style scissor kicks and volleys with American footballs.