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I Don't Think There's Any Question That The Ufl Or Any Other League That Wants To Challenge The Nfl Can Have An Impact. The Demand For Professional Football Is Off The Charts.

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I Don't Think There's Any Question That The Ufl Or Any Other League That Wants To Challenge The Nfl Can Have An Impact. The Demand For Professional Football Is Off The Charts.

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