Broncos defensive end Adam Gotsis, who was born in Melbourne, Australia, has started a fundraising campaign to help fight the wildfire crisis in his home country.
“Australia is suffering due to the bushfires,” Gotsis wrote on his Instagram page Monday. “I believe it’s my duty to support my native country during this national crisis. Families are displaced and the wildlife has been severely impacted. I’m calling on fellow athletes and fans to unite to help Australia. I hope by launching this initiative we can make a significant impact to help those in need.”
The defensive lineman started a website — greenandgoldunite.org — and has asked fans and athletes to join him in donating to the cause. Gotsis has pledged to match the first $5,000 in donations.
Gotsis was selected by Denver in the second round of the 2016 NFL draft, making him the highest-drafted Australia-born player in league history. He has totaled 109 tackles five sacks in his career. The 27-year-old defender is scheduled to become a free agent in March.
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