Australian TV station to boost coverage if Hayne makes 49ers roster

Australian channel 7 is looking to boost their coverage of San Francisco 49ers games if Jarryd Hayne makes the roster. The channel is reportedly in negotiations with the NFL to air more games than their normal program.

Jarryd Hayne phenomenon has exploded in America, with coverage picking up across the country.

And yet, that is nothing compared to how much coverage Australian media is devoting to the former rugby league star. Australian newspapers that previously provided only the broadest of NFL coverage now are essentially running the Jarryd Hayne beat.

Hayne still has to earn a spot on the 53‑man roster, but his performance through the first two preseason games has made a strong case. The 49ers final 53 roster will be announced on Saturday night.