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Old 11-04-2010, 10:39 AM   #1
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I found this interesting. Sounds like even a professional athlete can get into better shape by getting out of the "rat race." Ex-NFL QB Jake Plummer is playing a new sport these days - Shutdown Corner - NFL* - Yahoo! Sports
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35 years old with a bad back and bad knees... I'd say he picked a good time to get out of football.
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Old 11-04-2010, 07:25 PM   #3
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I read this story also. What struck me is that he was willing to walk away and is really enjoying himself.

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Old 11-07-2010, 08:39 AM   #4
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Living the dream with plenty of money. I doubt he misses pro ball very much.
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