Eagles DE Joe Ostman working at his family’s Bakery during the Pandemic

Joe Ostman is a talented NFL player but he hasn’t reached the status of a JJ Watt or Brandon Graham when it comes to his contract status.

Ostman, like so many other Americans, was forced to shut down the focus on the NFL to help keep his family business afloat. During a feature with 6ABC, Ostman allowed cameras into his family’s 80-year old establishment, the Mackinaw Bakery, located in Mackinaw City, Michigan. The bakery was started by his great grandparents nearly 80 years ago.

While rehabbing a knee injury, Ostman returned to his roots to makes sure his family’s legacy stays intact.

#Eagles DE Joe Ostman is working at a Bakery, that’s been in his family for nearly 80 years, helping them open back up during the Pandemic

Plus, @JoeOstman is working out in Michigan dreaming of playing in his 1st NFL game after left knee surgery

The story on @6abc at 6 pic.twitter.com/M7ncrsvozM

— Jeff Skversky 6abc (@JeffSkversky) May 28, 2020

Ostman told 6abc sportscaster Jeff Skversky, “It’s the only job I’ve ever had, other than playing for the Eagles. I do what I can to help and the donuts taste good as well, so that’s a perk!”

Ostman is skilled at making donuts, cakes, pies, cookies, bread, frosting, and other tasty desserts.

Ostman spent 2018 on the Eagles practice squad and he missed off of the 2019 NFL season after suffering a torn ACL late in training camp.