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Dominic Raiola: Lions focused on beating Saints, not playing respect card

Found January 04, 2012 on Lions Blog:
PLAYERS: Dominic Raiola
TEAMS: Detroit Lions

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So, Dominic Raiola, what do you think about being disrespected?
Original Story: http://www.freep.com/article/20120104...
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