Getting to the NFL is the dream of many kids growing up. Watching their favorite professional athletes fighting for championships and making a good amount of money while following their passion is appealing to fans everywhere, including those following the Minnesota Vikings.
One young man who recently achieved his dream is kicker Daniel Carlson, who was chosen in the fifth round of the 2018 NFL Draft to compete for the position with veteran Kai Forbath during the preseason and training camp.
Recently, NBC affiliate KOAA News 5 in Southern Colorado spoke with the Colorado Springs native on Saturday night about making it to the NFL and his current battle in training camp.