Nordic Storm sign Swedish LB Jordan Genmark Heath, bolster defense with NCAA, Pro experience

| American Football | 05/29/2025

The Nordic Storm strengthened their European League of Football (ELF) roster with the signing of Swedish linebacker Jordan Genmark Heath, a versatile defender whose journey from Stockholm to Notre Dame and UCLA brings elite collegiate pedigree and professional experience to the undefeated Scandinavian franchise.

Swedish star returns to roots with ELF move
Genmark Heath, a Stockholm native who began his football career with the Arlanda Jets, joins the Storm after a standout 2024 season with the Paris Musketeers, where he showcased rare two-way versatility as a linebacker and occasional running back. His return to Scandinavia aligns with the Storm’s ambitions to dominate the 2025 ELF season, leveraging his football IQ, physicality, and adaptability.

From Arlanda Jets to NCAA prominence
At 14, Genmark Heath moved to San Diego, becoming a star linebacker at Cathedral Catholic High School. His four-star recruit status earned him offers from top NCAA programs, culminating in a commitment to Notre Dame. Over three seasons with the Fighting Irish, he transitioned from safety to linebacker, appearing in 51 games (14 starts) and tallying 97 tackles, 3.5 sacks, and two forced turnovers. After graduating in 2020, he transferred to UCLA, starting all 12 games in 2021 and finishing second on the team in tackles (55) and sacks (3.5).

Versatility defines professional journey
Genmark Heath’s pro career includes a 2022 rookie mini-camp with the Kansas City Chiefs, a brief stint with the CFL’s Saskatchewan Roughriders, and time in the USFL with the Philadelphia Stars. In 2024, he debuted in the ELF with Paris, excelling as a hybrid defender and situational offensive weapon. His 6’1″, 225-pound frame and coverage skills make him a dual-threat asset for the Storm’s defense, which already ranks among the league’s best.

Storm bolster defense with seasoned linebacker
The Nordic Storm, undefeated in 2025, gain a defender adept at stifling both ground attacks and aerial threats. Genmark Heath’s experience in Notre Dame’s and UCLA’s high-pressure systems—coupled with his special teams prowess—adds depth to a roster eyeing championship contention. His familiarity with European football, honed in Paris, ensures seamless integration into the Storm’s schemes.

For Genmark Heath, the signing marks a homecoming. “Growing up in Stockholm, I never imagined this path,” he reflected in a 2023 interview. Now, as the Storm prepare for their next clash, his journey from Arlanda Jets rookie to ELF standout underscores the global rise of European football talent.

Key Details:

  • Position: Linebacker (with RB versatility).
  • Collegiate Stats: 97 tackles, 3.5 sacks, 1 INT (51 games at Notre Dame, UCLA).
  • Pro Experience: Kansas City Chiefs (mini-camp), Saskatchewan Roughriders (CFL), Paris Musketeers (ELF).
  • ELF Impact: Hybrid role amplifies Storm’s defensive flexibility.

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