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Going the Distance
After 14,860 yards, how much longer can Walter Payton run?
October
1
1986
Charles Siebert
Going the Distance
Charles Siebert
October
1
1986
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SPORTS
Going the Distance
After 14,860 yards, how much longer can Walter Payton run?
October
1
1986
Charles Siebert
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