Kangaroos.com.au spoke exclusively with Sav Rocca to find out how he was settling in to life with NFL team, the Philadelphia Eagles.

How has the family settled in Philadelphia? What sort of city is it?

We’ve all settled in really well. Initially, it was hard to adjust to the time difference but once we overcame this, everything has been fine. The city is a lot like Melbourne, only a little older.

How have you settled in to the US way of life?

I have settled in very well. The culture is not that much different, and I have adjusted to things such as the driving very easily. Although they speak English, there are a lot of American words I have had to get used to!

Can you give us an insight into your weekly training regime?

At the moment we are in the off-season phase of training, which is not compulsory. I am training four days per week between 8am and midday. I do four weight sessions per week. At the moment they are leaving the punting up to me but I usually practice that three days per week. I also practice holding for the place kicker, which is another role the punter can sometimes have.

How have your training stats compared with the elite kickers in the NFL?

At the moment my stats are not being measured at training - I am just working on technique and consistency.

What are your chances of becoming the team's regular punter? Who are the guys you are up against?

I am competing against the Eagles current punter, Dirk Johnson. He is an experienced punter who has done well for the Eagles. He has not regularly attended training so it is hard for me predict my chances. The coach has told me I have a 50% chance of making the team.

If you can become the Eagles' starting punter, how long do you think you might be able to have in the game?

As long as I am able to kick well, age is not an issue. There have been punters in the NFL over the age of 40.

Have you had a chance to catch up with fellow Aussie punters Mat McBriar or Ben Graham since you have been over there?

I have had a few chats with Ben and will try to catch up with him soon.

Has there been much media interest in your story in Philadelphia?

I have done a few interviews for the Philadelphia media. People are interested in where I have come from and what I did in Australia.

What is the key difference in the locker-room atmosphere in the NFL and the AFL?

In the AFL there is a different type of humour. There is not as much joking and stirring in the NFL.

How about the clubs? What are the key differences in the facilities and professionalism of the AFL clubs compared to those in the NFL?

There is a big difference in facilities and services they provide for players. We have full time physios, doctors and fitness people. All players' equipment is taken care of and available as soon as it's needed. They even do my laundry!

Are you keeping track of the Kangaroos' results from overseas?

Yes, I read the Australian papers online and check the Kangaroos website regularly.

What did you think when Thommo went down? Have you spoken with him since his injury?

I was really disappointed for him. I know he had worked hard in the pre-season and was ready for a big year. I have been in contact with him and other players by email.

Do you think you'll be remembered more as a Collingwood or Kangaroos player?

That probably depends on which supporter you ask.

Team success eluded you throughout an otherwise stellar career. What was the most satisfying year of your AFL career from a personal perspective?

It was probably 1995 when I won the Copeland Trophy.