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“If the players aren't getting paid, there's something terribly, terribly wrong, and that's true only in the United States. Everywhere else, where money is involved with sport, the players get paid. But these poor kids in college, they're doing it for free, and that's just disgraceful.”

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Frank Deford is a renowned American sports journalist, born on December 16, 1938. He is known for his unique perspective and profound insights into sports, contributing to several prominent media outlets. more

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