Chad Ochocinco will try to play soccer during the NFL lockout. Chad Ochocinco of the Cincinnati Bengals is set for a four-day tryout with Sporting Kansas City of Major League Soccer starting Tuesday.

The soccer club said Wednesday that after the tryout, it would determine whether to extend the trial period. “We’re always searching for players who can help our team and bringing in new talent,” Sporting Kansas City manager Peter Vermes said. “We know that Chad is an exceptional athlete and that he loves the game of soccer, and he did play a lot when he was younger.

We’re excited to see how his skills will translate once he arrives next week and begins training with our team.” Chad Ochocinco started playing soccer at age 4 but chose to focus on a real sport, football in high school. “Due to the NFL lockout, I’m excited to be able to follow my childhood dream of playing for a Major League Soccer team,” Chad Ochocinco said. Chad said he uses a soccer ball to warm up for NFL practices and games. Bad move for Chad to try and play soccer it will diminish his image in the NFL and if he gets hurt playing soccer it could ruin his NFL career. - Dj Fade's Celeb News Buzz