Michael Badejo on Kyle Kitchens: “I wanna match his numbers”
Felix Pahl
The Fehérvár Enthroners recently announced their newest signing: American defensive lineman Michael Badejo. In the latest episode of ELF Live, hosts Nick Alfieri and Matt Bressington sat down with the former Dresden Monarchs standout to talk about his move to the European League of Football and what fans can expect.
A new challenge in Fehérvár
Badejo joins a team known for its passion and toughness, even if the win column hasn’t always reflected their effort. But he’s ready for the challenge.
“I’ve been in those situations back in college,” Badejo said, when asked about staying motivated in tough environments. “It’s gonna be a work in progress, and I’m excited to get out there.”
Ready for rivalries
One matchup he’s especially looking forward to? The Prague Lions. “I take rivalries serious,” Badejo said with confidence.
Last season, the Fehérvár Enthroners and the Prague Lions played two very tough games against each other. Both teams managed to win one game each, showing just how close and competitive their matchups are. This year, the two teams will meet again in the East Division, and fans can expect another intense and physical battle between them.
But it’s not just about team rivalries—it’s also about individual competition. When it comes to stats, Badejo isn’t chasing a specific number, but he knows exactly who he's watching.
“You got a guy like Kyle Kitchens—he’s been dominating this league,” Badejo explained. “That’s a guy that motivates me to watch his film. Obviously, I wanna match his numbers or pass his numbers.”
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