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“Any game is important to me. At Boston College, when I went out for the spring games, I wanted to win. Maybe it is more important than other preseason games. It's just that everyone is expecting a lot from me in my first week of professional football. I want to confirm my expectations.”

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Doug Flutie is an accomplished American football player, born on October 23, 1962. He has made significant contributions to the sport, earning numerous accolades throughout his career. more

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