At one time Kordell Stewart was among the most exciting & versatile players in the NFL. Prior to that he authored one of the more memorable college football moments in recent history. As a pro Stewart spent eight seasons with the Pittsburgh Steelers, one with the Chicago Bears, and two with the Baltimore [...]
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