The Players' Tribune
The Players Tribune

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The Players’ Tribune is a new media company that provides athletes with a platform to connect directly with their fans, in their own words. Founded by Derek Jeter, The Players’ Tribune publishes first-person articles from athletes, providing unique insight into the daily sports conversation. Through impactful and powerful long- and short-form articles, video series and podcasts, The Players’ Tribune brings fans closer than ever to the games they love.

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When guys get cut, it usually doesn’t come as a surprise. You might be in denial of where you stand, but deep down, you know.

Ricardo Allen

My father... he convinced a too-small African-American wannabe NFL quarterback to look at a picture on a cereal box and think, “Why not me?”

Russell Wilson

When I was doing everything I could to create an opportunity for myself, I would remember what Grandma taught me.

Antonio Brown

I’m ready to admit that I’m okay with giving up the identity of “Julius the football player.” I’m O.K. with not being recognized as an NFL athlete — because I’m

Julius Thomas

“Wait,” she said. “James Walker ... you mean his father, right? Not Junior. Not my James.” She lowered the phone and started to sob. Then she told me my brother

John Brown

I’m asking the Seahawks to do one of two things: Offer me an extension. Or trade me to a team that wants me to be part of their future.

Earl Thomas
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