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Episode 402 - Interview with Long-Time NFL Sportswriter John McClain
Today, we take a deep dive into the heart of Texas football history, tackling a massive question: Why are some of the game's greatest innovators and icons still locked out of Canton?
To help us break it down, we are joined by the absolute blueprint of Texas sports journalism—legendary Hall of Fame sportswriter, John McClain. John spent decades in the trenches covering the Houston Oilers, and today, he’s helping us build a courtroom case for two men who defined an era but are still waiting on their gold jackets.
First up, we talk about a man who didn't just break ankles on special teams—he…
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