Andreas Knappe

Andreas Emil Knappe (born June 2, 1991) is a Danish-born former American football offensive tackle. He played college football at the University of Connecticut. He was the first Danish player to sign with an NFL team since kicker Morten Andersen.

Early life Knappe grew up in Silkeborg, Denmark and played team handball as a youth. He was also an archer on the Danish national team, but got tired of it. Knappe first began playing football at the age of 18 because a friend recommended it. In 2012, he came to the United States to attend some football camps, and attracted the attention of coach Paul Pasqualoni at the University of Connecticut.

College career Knappe redshirted his first season at UConn, playing on the defensive line. Knappe participated in the Goal Line Project, a charity in which he mentored inner-city middle school kids. He was on the 2015 watchlist for the Wuerffel Trophy, awarded to the best FBS player who combines community service with athletic achievement. He was waived by the Falcons on September 2, 2017.

Washington Redskins On October 16, 2017, Knappe was signed to the Washington Redskins' practice squad. He was released by the Redskins on October 31, 2017.

Indianapolis Colts On December 4, 2017, Knappe was signed to the Indianapolis Colts' practice squad.

Denver Broncos On January 17, 2018, Knappe signed a reserve/future contract with the Denver Broncos. He was waived/injured on September 1, 2018, and was placed on injured reserve. He was released on September 7, 2018. He was re-signed to the practice squad on October 24, 2018. On January 2, 2019, Knappe was re-signed to reserve/future contract. He was waived on April 15, 2019.