Offensive lineman Felix Lepper has signed with the Vienna Vikings in the European League of Football (ELF), returning to Europe following a stint in the United States where he participated in NFL minicamps, according to reports from football-world.news and regional coverage.
From NFL Tryouts to the European League of Football
Felix Lepper enters the Vienna Vikings roster following an offseason that included participating in rookie minicamps with the Kansas City Chiefs and the New York Giants. The 24-year-old offensive lineman went unselected in the NFL Draft after previously spending time in the International Player Pathway Program. Standing at 2.05 meters, Lepper brings elite size to the Austrian franchise’s offensive line.
Vienna Vikings Head Coach Chris Calacay highlighted the player’s physical traits and recent exposure to high-level competition in an official club statement reported by football-world.news. “Felix is a player with extraordinary physical prerequisites and great potential,” Calacay said. “He has gained valuable experience at the highest level in recent months, and we are very pleased that he has chosen the Vienna Vikings.”
Immediate Debut Against a Former Team
According to team announcements, he will make his debut for the Vienna Vikings on Sunday when the team faces Berlin Thunder away. The matchup carries added narrative weight for the offensive lineman, who played for Berlin Thunder during the 2023 and 2024 seasons before pursuing his NFL ambitions.
The Vienna Vikings enter the weekend fixture aiming to secure their sixth victory in six games. Historically, the Austrian side holds the upper hand in the head-to-head series, having won their past five encounters against the Berlin franchise. Kickoff is scheduled for Sunday, July 5, at 16:40 local time.
Reflecting on his immediate integration into the squad, Lepper expressed eagerness to contribute to his new team’s campaign. “I want to do my part to ensure the team is successful,” the offensive lineman stated, as noted in the club’s official media release.
What Lies Ahead for the Vikings
The addition of a player with NFL minicamp experience provides immediate depth and quality to an already undefeated Vienna offensive line. As the Vikings push toward the latter half of the European League of Football season, team management anticipates that Lepper’s international experience will fortify their blocking schemes for the upcoming fixtures.
