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Quote by Merlin Olsen

“You can take the best team and the worst team and line them up and you would find very little physical difference. You would find an emotional difference. The wining team has a dedication. It will have a core group of veteran players who set the standards. They will not accept defeat.”

Quote by Merlin Olsen

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Merlin Olsen, a renowned American football player, was born on September 15, 1940, and passed away on March 11, 2010. His exceptional performance in the sport of American football has made him a legendary figure in NFL history. more

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