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“Emmitt Smith is someone that I have great respect for - as a player, a competitor and a person. His contributions to the organization and the NFL speak for themselves.”

Quote by Emmitt Smith

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Emmitt Smith, born on May 15, 1969, is a renowned American football player. He achieved remarkable success in the NFL and is considered one of the greatest running backs in NFL history. more

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“O singers, resinous and soft your songsAbove the sacred whisper of the pines,Give virgin lips to cornfield concubines,Bring dreams of Christ to dusky cane-lipped throngs.”

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