Troy Fumagalli

Troy Fumagalli's Biography

Troy Fumagalli, born on February 17, 1995, is an accomplished American born professional tight end in football who currently holds the position of a free agent. Born with amniotic band constriction, which led to the amputation of part of his left index finger just days after his birth, Fumagalli has stood out as an exciting figure in the industry.

A former student at Waubonsie Valley High School in Aurora, Illinois, Fumagalli showcased his huge talent in football early on in his high school career. With a whopping 172 tackles and four sacks on defense and an impressive offensive record of 64 receptions for 1,770 yards to his name, he was seen as a promising recruit. He subsequently committed to the University of Wisconsin to play college football.

In 2013, Troy Fumagalli took his first step into collegiate football arena, redshirting in his first year at Wisconsin. In the following year, he showcased his potential by appearing in all 14 games, out of which he started two. Despite being a neophyte, he finished the season with 14 receptions for 187 yards. This was only the beginning of a promising career.

In his 2015 season as a sophomore, he managed 28 receptions for a total of 313 yards and a touchdown in just 11 games. As a junior in the 2016 season, Fumagalli further raised his game to notch 47 receptions for 580 yards as well as two touchdowns. His remarkable playing ability saw him earn the Offensive MVP title in the 2017 Cotton Bowl Classic after recording six receptions for 83 yards and a touchdown.

In the 2018 NFL draft, Fumagalli was chosen by the Denver Broncos in the fifth round as the 156th overall pick. Unfortunately, he was placed on injured reserve on September 1, 2018. Despite this setback, he made a noted comeback in the 2019 season. His first NFL touchdown was recorded during a match against the Minnesota Vikings in Week 11 of the season.

Trouble came once more, this time in September 2020, when Fumagalli was waived/injured by the Broncos. After being temporarily relegated to the team’s injured reserve list, he was waived again with an injury settlement couple of days later.

Within the same month of September 2020, Fumagalli was signed to the practice squad of the Houston Texans. He was, however, released by the end of October. Riding the roller-coaster life of a professional athlete, Fumagalli faced multiple signings and releases with Broncos and the Houston Texans over the next couple of years.

In May 2021, Fumagalli found a new home with the New England Patriots, but his contract was cut short due to injury. He was placed on the injured reserve list in August. In 2022, he signed on to the San Francisco 49ers, however, in a little over three months time, he was released. Soon after, Vikings hosted Fumagalli for a workout, and quickly added him to their practice squad. However, his tenure with the team was short lived, as his contract expired at the end of the season in January 2024.

Overcoming personal and professional challenges, Troy Fumagalli remains a stalwart in American football. Despite the ups and downs in his career, his talent and strength continue to shine, gaining him respect and admiration from his peers. The journey of this unique athlete continues, signifying the immeasurable potential of perseverance and determination in the world of sports.