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Found July 03, 2012 on Pro Football Zone: Yardbarker Blogger Network
PLAYERS: Chad Ochocinco
TEAMS: Miami Dolphins

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Chad Ochocinco is no stranger to causing a stir on Twitter, but his latest actions on the social media website have to be applauded by even the biggest Ochocinco hater. The newest Dolphin wideout caught wind of one of his followers going through some tough times after she recently lost her husband of 30 years and decided to invite her to his wedding:

People often times misjudge Chad, but we’ve always heard nothing but good things about him and this great gesture by Ochocinco and his bride to be are only further proof of that.

 

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