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jaire alexander becomes highest-paid cb

5/17/2022

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  • The Green Bay Packers signed cornerback Jaire Alexander to a four-year, $84 million contract extension, making him the highest-paid corner in NFL history (up until this point, because we know that's how it works). Alexander is said to be fully recovered from a shoulder injury that kept him sidelined for the majority of 2021. When healthy, Alexander is one of the best CBs in the NFL; now, he's paid like one.

Packers and Pro-Bowl CB Jaire Alexander are finalizing a 4-year, $84 million contract extension, per source. Deal includes $31 million in 2022 - a DB record of $30 million in signing bonus. Alexander will receive $42.5M by March. @JohnThornton of @RocNationSports confirmed deal.

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) May 16, 2022
  • On Monday, the Atlanta Falcons signed former Green Bay Packers wide receiver Geronimo Allison, adding another option to the mix. Allison is inconsistent at best, mostly having a great game now and then before falling off completely. Allison had most of his success in Green Bay, but the team let him walk in free agency.

The Falcons have signed veteran WR Geronimo Allison.

— Field Yates (@FieldYates) May 16, 2022
  • The league is likely deciding on a potential Deshaun Watson suspension, as executives are reportedly meeting with Watson in Texas later this week. Backup quarterback Jacoby Brissett would probably start in Watson's place for the Cleveland Browns for the duration of his suspension.

In such investigations, the NFL usually talks to the player last, so this is likely an indication the league is wrapping things up. Next question would be whether or not they make a ruling before there's resolution on the 22 civil cases. https://t.co/0Ff0G06Azt

— Albert Breer (@AlbertBreer) May 16, 2022
  • The New England Patriots waived quarterback D'Eriq King, who signed with the team as an undrafted free agent. King was expected to play a multitude of roles -- anything from QB to receiver to running back to kick returner. King didn't do enough to earn a roster spot, but could end up on the practice squad.

The Patriots have waived former Miami QB D’Eriq King, who signed with the team as an undrafted free agent.

— Field Yates (@FieldYates) May 16, 2022
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matty icy hot

3/22/2022

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  • It happened. The Atlanta Falcons traded Matt Ryan to the Indianapolis Colts for a third-round pick. The team was interested in Deshaun Watson and did their part to acquire the QB, which left Ryan as the odd man out. Ryan will try to revive his career, which has steadily been going downhill since that incredible Super Bowl collapse in a new setting.

Trade!! The #Falcons are in agreement on a trade of QB Matt Ryan to the #Colts, per @MikeGarafolo, @TomPelissero and me. ATL gets a 3rd back.

Fallout from the Deshaun Watson situation, with Ryan starting over in Indy. Ryan gets a contract adjustment with more guaranteed money.

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 21, 2022
  • The Falcons have to replace Ryan somehow. They're taking a chance on former Las Vegas Raiders backup Marcus Mariota. Mariota can do what Ryan cannot - use his legs.

Falcons announced they have agreed to terms on a two-year contract with QB Marcus Mariota, who reunites with HC Arthur Smith.

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 21, 2022
  • After also being interested in Deshaun Watson, the New Orleans Saints are sticking with their QB from last season Jameis Winston. It's unclear if he'll be the starter (they could still bring in another vet or acquire someone via the draft), but he seems to be the guy they think is best fit for the job. Winston is a tad inconsistent for me, but maybe being with the same squad will benefit him.

The #Saints are re-signing QB Jameis Winston to a two-year deal with a base value of $28 million, including $21M guaranteed, sources tell me and @RapSheet.

So after missing out on Deshaun Watson, New Orleans turns to an old friend at QB.

— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) March 21, 2022
  • Baker Mayfield is currently on the trading block as his team recently traded for Deshaun Watson via the Houston Texans. So far, Mayfield doesn't have a home and the teams currently in the market for a starting QB are dwindling. The Carolina Panthers are one of those teams, and apparently they are not interested in Mayfield's services.

Despite twitter reports:
I'm told the Panthers are still NOT interested in Baker Mayfield.

— Will Kunkel (@WillKunkelFOX) March 21, 2022
  • One of the top quarterback prospects in the 2022 NFL Draft, Kenny Pickett of Pittsburgh had his Pro Day on Monday. Pickett showed off his arm strength in front of NFL coaches and executives who may be looking for a new QB. Teams in attendance included the Atlanta Falcons, Carolina Panthers, Pittsburgh Steelers and Washington Commanders.

.@kennypickett10 showing off the arm. □

Which team is drafting him?

□: @Pitt_FB Pro Day on @nflnetwork pic.twitter.com/miqswLrljS

— NFL (@NFL) March 21, 2022
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Not accommodating his request

3/18/2022

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  • Things are getting ugly in Cleveland. Quarterback Baker Mayfield is rightfully pissed after the team made it known that they are looking elsewhere at the position and publicly made a run at Deshaun Watson. Mayfield released a statement that made many speculate that the two sides were on the brink of a split. Mayfield said he wanted a trade on Thursday and felt both sides would benefit if they moved on. The Browns then said they would NOT honor Mayfield's request for a trade. This is gonna be good.

Browns have told Baker Mayfield’s camp they are "not accommodating his request,” per source.

— Jake Trotter (@Jake_Trotter) March 17, 2022
  • The Green Bay Packers traded star wideout Davante Adams to the Las Vegas Raiders on Thursday night, and it was pretty calculated. Quarterback Aaron Rodgers was vocal about wanting Adams as part of why he wanted to stay in Green Bay, but now he'll be without that piece. Plot twist: Rodgers knew Adams wanted out when he signed his contract. This is a massive loss for the Packers, but let's not act like Rodgers still won't be a shoo-in for MVP.

While Aaron Rodgers was negotating his contract, he knew Davante Adams would never play for the #Packers again. The situation was too far gone. Something had to give. And when Adams informed GB he wasn’t playing on the tag, talks got fired up. Now, Adams will be on the #Raiders. https://t.co/YTAxHov0Rj

— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 17, 2022
  • Deshaun Watson is now down to two teams looking for a new home. Watson is now picking between NFC South rivals Atlanta Falcons and New Orleans Saints. The Saints, however, have seemed to be the favorite. So we should find out where he lands soon.

The #Saints have been the favorite from the start. Now, an all-out blitz to try to close it out … and keep Watson from their NFC South rivals. https://t.co/tf75AjH6kO

— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) March 17, 2022
  • Carson Wentz made his introduction with the Washington Commanders on Thursday, and I'm not even gonna talk about the suit he wore. After he missed the playoffs, the Indianapolis Colts traded Wentz to Washington ahead of free agency. Still, reports came out that the major downfall in the relationship was the lack of leadership on Wentz's end. Wentz was asked about his time with the Indianapolis Colts and what happened in the end. At least he gave an honest answer.

.@davidaldridgedc: "Why are you not still in Indy?"

Carson Wentz: "Sometimes I wonder the same, to be honest. I think it was a year that had highs and lows, ups and downs. But the way we finished, the way I finished, was horrible. It was horrible. It was tough to swallow."

— Nicki Jhabvala (@NickiJhabvala) March 17, 2022
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an "adult" at quarterback

3/17/2022

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  • Baker Mayfield sent out a message to the city of Cleveland and Browns fans recently, while his future is currently unknown with the team. The team is openly courting Deshaun Watson, meaning Mayfield will be the odd man out. A report surfaced via ESPN that the Browns could be giving Mayfield the ol' heave-ho anyway because they want an "adult" at QB. Ouch to the nth degree.

ESPN’s Chris Mortensen says Baker Mayfield and the Browns are breaking up because the Browns want an “adult” at QB pic.twitter.com/cXPIOKNklr

— gifdsports (@gifdsports) March 16, 2022
  • SPEAKING OF ADULTS AT QB. The New York Jets re-signed Joe Flacco to a one-year contract worth $3.5 million, with the opportunity for incentives. INCENTIVES? Meaning the Jets are planning for Flacco to start at one point in 2022? ? Sign me up. A reminder that Flacco played in two games last season while rookie Zach Wilson was injured and threw zero interceptions. Just saying.

Joe Flacco back to the Jets on a one-year deal worth $3.5 million, per source.

— Jeremy Fowler (@JFowlerESPN) March 16, 2022
  • According to reports, Tennessee Titans wide receiver Julio Jones was released after one season. Due to injury, Jones missed seven games last season and only recorded 31 receptions in 2021. The former Atlanta Falcon has seen a decrease in production in recent years. Jones now faces being picked up by another team, and that team faces the decision that if they sign him, they may not get an entire season out of him.

One more free-agent WR: https://t.co/o21uhXPtTp

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 16, 2022
  • Multiple teams have submitted proposals to alter the NFL's overtime rules after the Buffalo Bills weren't given a chance to answer the Kansas City Chiefs in the playoffs. The Indianapolis Colts and Philadelphia Eagles submitted the same tweak that stated both teams should get to touch the ball in overtime. In contrast, the Tennessee Titans presented that the game would only be over if the first team scored a touchdown and the two-point conversion. Of course, the overtime rules will always be a little fucked, but both of these proposals are better than the current rules.

New proposed OT rule changes from the Colts, Eagles and Titans, via @NFL: pic.twitter.com/L9tLSuoTHx

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 16, 2022
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no gambling allowed

3/8/2022

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  • Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley has been suspended by the NFL indefinitely and at least through the 2022 season because he was caught gambling on an app. According to the NFL, Ridley gambled on games while he was not with the team (if you remember, he left the team for a while to focus on his mental health). The league concluded that no "insider information" was used during this gambling stint, which is evident because he bet on the Falcons.

NFL statement on the year-long suspension of Falcons’ WR Calvin Ridley: pic.twitter.com/mQZm5dGgPO

— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 7, 2022
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  • According to Peter King, Kirk Herbstreit has landed the Thursday Night Football gig for Amazon. As a result, he'll be the primary NFL analyst on our televisions every Thursday night this season. Herbstreit is mainly known for his work with College GameDay, and he is expected to remain in that role as well this season. I'm sure people will complain about this in some capacity, but I've perfected the skill of tuning out announcers most of the time throughout the years.

Amazon is expected to finalize a deal with ESPN’s Kirk Herbstreit to be the main analyst for Thursday Night Football, per @peter_king. Amazon had interest in Troy Aikman but he went to MNF. They land on Herbstreit, who will likely continue his ESPN/ABC duties as well.

— Ari Meirov (@MySportsUpdate) March 7, 2022
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Gronk plans to break Tony G's Record

12/1/2021

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end Rob Gronkowski has a pretty solid resume so far -- a four-time Super Bowl champion, five-time Pro Bowler, and he's pretty much a lock for the Hall of Fame one day whenever he decides to retire again. But there's one record he hasn't broken yet, and that's Tony Gonzalez's record of the most 100-yard games by a tight end. Gonzalez sits at the top with 31.

Gronk is currently sitting at 30 games with 100-yards or more, just one shy of Gonzalez's record. Next up? Breaking this record, and Gronkowski intends to do just that.

"Let me tell you, I'm trying to break that record," Gronkowski told NFL Network. "I mean, why wouldn't I try to break that record? I'm coming for it. Tony, I'm coming for it. Basically, you got every record, so I'm coming for this one, and it's a pretty cool one, too, for sure. It just shows that I guess you're a baller and Tony's a baller."

The one thing that has hindered Gronk during his career is injuries, so it's fair to assume he may have already broken this record, right? It's also why he retired the first time and probably the reason he would again. When he finally decides he's had enough, Gronk is a lock for the Hall of Fame, regardless of the record books.
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THE DROP-BACK: Friday, October 1 - Lamar Jackson misses practice for second straight day

10/1/2021

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ravens

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson was absent from practice again on Thursday, making it the second straight practice missed. While it was said that he was just dealing with some back soreness, it is somewhat alarming that he's missing yet another day of work. Offensive coordinator Greg Roman gave an update on his status.

Ravens OC Greg Roman said Lamar Jackson is dealing with "a little back flare-up."

"I don’t think it’s anything serious," Roman said. "But we’re just going to have to kind of wait and see. I think he’s going to be in good shape. We’ll wait and see."

— Jamison Hensley (@jamisonhensley) September 30, 2021

​cardinals

The Arizona Cardinals are currently undefeated, and a lot of that is due to quarterback Kyler Murray. While he's currently being talked about within the ever-elusive "MVP Conversation," Murray says he's not really thinking about that right now. "It's a long season, and I was always raised and taught that if you win as a team, the individual accolades will come. That's how I treated it in high school, that's how I treated it when I won the Heisman, same thing for now. I'm not really worried about MVP or anything like that."

washington

Earlier this week, Washington Football Team head coach Ron Rivera said that he wants quarterback Taylor Heinicke to calm down a little bit and focus on managing the game better. In other words: Stop doing too much. Heinicke says he takes no issue with Rivera's comments. "I have no problem with it. That's what every quarterback should be - game manager. You take what's there, take what's given, and you move the ball down the field."

falcons

I know he's supposed to say this stuff, but Washington Football Team head coach Ron Rivera is really buttering up his opponent for next week. Rivera kind of over-did it when it came to talking about Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan. "I mean, this is a savvy guy, this is a guy that's been doing it a long time and has had a lot of success. He's a league MVP. So you know, he's a really good football player. He's got a good arm. He still makes all the throws. He is a little older, but with that comes wisdom and experience. And that's what you see from Matt." Is it, though?

raiders

Oh no. Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr had some strong words to say about this week's game against the Los Angeles Chargers and I'm just going to leave them here and call it a jinx. "It was always looked at as another home game and that's no disrespect, it's a fact. The way you practice, the way you meet, it felt like a home game. I fully expect Raider Nation to take over the majority of the stadium again. They usually do." Oh no.

- other notes -

  • Derek Carr was named AFC offensive player of the month for September.
  • Sam Ehlinger returned to practice on Thursday.
  • Carson Wentz was limited in Thursday's practice.
  • Justin Fields practiced fully for Bears on Thursday, while Andy Dalton​ was limited.
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THE DROP-BACK: Wednesday September 29 - Mac isn't biting

9/29/2021

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patriots

Tom Brady's return to New England is being drilled into our heads this week (I'm already sick of it), but I'm going to talk about the other quarterback in this situation: Patriots rookie Mac Jones. It has to be somehow harder on him than us to constantly hear about Brady's return while he's the new guy just trying to get through his first rodeo. Jones, however, is turning his focus on correcting last week's mistakes. "I think just fixing the corrections from the game we just played is obviously really important and then moving on with the game plan for this week. It will definitely be exciting. Tampa Bay is a great team, and it's a new week. We're excited, and the only thing we can do is focus on each day, and then when Sunday comes, we'll just go out there and play as hard as we can." I hope Jones doesn't turn on ESPN this week.

texans

Houston Texans rookie quarterback Davis Mills made his first NFL start last week because of an injury to starter Tyrod Taylor. Because he didn't get a lot of time to prepare for the start, we should assume the team should take off the training wheels a little bit, and we should expect him to do more in his second start in Week Four. Head coach David Culley explains: "Well, he's going to have a lot more put on him than we put on him last week. I feel like he'll be able to handle that. We're just going to run our offense and let him handle it from there."

Washington

With Ryan Fitzpatrick still out for the Washington Football Team, it's up to quarterback Taylor Heinicke to take the reins. But head coach Ron Rivera wants him to rein it in just a smidge. "When Taylor manages things and doesn't force things, you can see him move the ball for us. But when he tries to do more than he needs to, bad things seem to happen." The good news? They have the Atlanta Falcons next week, so they have a chance to work out those kinks.
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THE DROP-BACK: Tuesday August 31 - The return of Josh Rosen

8/31/2021

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falcons

The GOAT himself, Josh Rosen, got a chance to audition for his new team, the Atlanta Falcons, on Sunday (how ironic) and did about as good as one can do with only three days of practice. After the game, Rosen was highly transparent in how his career has been up to this point with bouncing around on different teams and about how he knows he doesn't have many chances left and needs to make the most of it while he still can. "You just get an opportunity, you got to seize the moment, and it was kind of, it was a little bit refreshing, to kind of get out on the field and kind of half know the offense and just kind of let go and play football and have fun with it like you did back in Pop Warner. At times I felt a little bit like a chicken with my head cut off running around, but I thought it was fun. Could have cleaned up a lot of stuff but overall thought it was a productive night."

49ers

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan is straight-up fucking with everyone again by rotating both starting quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo and rookie Trey Lance in and out of their last preseason game on Sunday. While it seems to most people that doing that during the regular season, Shanahan is still leaving room for other teams to think they'll be doing just that. "We've got two guys who can play, and we've been doing it in practice a little bit, wanted to do it out there in the game, and it's always going to be an option."

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Speaking of Lance, it was announced late on Monday evening that he will miss about seven days (or a week, whichever timeframe you're into) after he jammed his finger on someone's helmet during Sunday's game. Lance has a "small chip," but he's not highly concerned about it. "I'll see how it feels [Monday] for sure. I think we'll be able to tell a little bit more. But yeah, not too worried about it at all."

Lions

Detroit Lions backup quarterback Tim Boyle may have taken himself out of the backup competition for 2021. Boyle suffered a thumb injury on Friday that will require surgery. David Blough is the other backup option for Detroit. As for when Boyle will be back, they're not sure. 

Campbell doesn’t know yet timeframe for how long Boyle will be out. Doesn’t think it’ll be season ending, but can’t rule that out.

— Tim Twentyman (@ttwentyman) August 30, 2021

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Goff, meanwhile, has high hopes for his new team this season. "I don't know what the stat is, but every year there's new teams in the playoffs. Every year there are teams that were in the playoffs last year that aren't. Why not us?" Well, I can think of a few reasons, but I like the high hopes.
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Browns

Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield played well in Sunday's exhibition game, but he's ready to move onto the real stuff. "I know our guys are ready. They're itching to go. We can feel that how close it is. Just all that preparation you put in throughout the offseason, and ever since you lost to the Chiefs in January, we've been working to this point right now, and I think our guys are ready to go."

patriots

The starting quarterback position is still up in the air for the New England Patriots, and while it's assumed that Cam Newton will be out there Week One, the team has also rallied around rookie Mac Jones. "Not many rookie quarterbacks have ever gotten the reps and the opportunity that he has, and he has embraced it full-on, head-on," Brian Hoyer said. "He goes out there every day and does the best that he can and has earned the respect of his teammates, which I think is huge, especially being a young guy with a team with a lot of veteran guys who have played here."

- other notes -

  • Justin Fields will run the Bears' scout team once the regular season begins.
  • Colts put Carson Wentz on the COVID-19 reserve list as a close contact. 
  • Broncos cut Brett Rypien​.
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THE DROP-BACK: THURSDAY AUGUST 26 - Is it Mac Jones time?

8/26/2021

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patriots

Cam Newton was pretty much a lock for the New England Patriots' starting quarterback job, and then this week happened. Long story short, Newton didn't quite follow COVID-19 protocols and was required to stay away from the team for the week, which gave all reps with the starting team to rookie Mac Jones. Jones has been taking the reins in practice and is currently breathing down Newton's neck for the starting role. This will be something to keep an eye on.

Jones’ streak ran to 18 consecutive completions before he faced pressure and had a ball tipped at the line. Very impressive morning for the rookie.

— Jeff Howe (@jeffphowe) August 25, 2021

falcons

The savior of the Atlanta Falcons' quarterback position is here, hallelujah. Josh Rosen has signed with the team, and should be in line as the best QB on the team in no time. Head coach Arthur Smith agrees with me, saying he expects Rosen to play in the final preseason game. "That's only the fair thing to do. We signed him. We have to figure out this backup quarterback spot. So, you'll see him play at some point Sunday night." Challenge accepted.

buccaneers

Tom Brady may be more like us, after all. After winning the Super Bowl with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in February, Brady underwent knee surgery to repair a torn MCL. Brady spoke about his recovery from surgery this week, detailing the process. "When you miss time and you don't continue to train the way you're capable of training, it's tough because your body wants to, you know, it feels like, 'OK I get time off.' And then you get your body going again, it's hard."

colts

After being questionable to start the 2021 season, it seems like Carson Wentz is trending in the right direction for the ​Indianapolis Colts' opener. Wentz returned to practice earlier this week from foot surgery, and so far, so good. The next step? Going through a practice without any restrictions.

Next step for Wentz and Nelson is go through a full padded practice, no restrictions, Reich says

— Joel A. Erickson (@JoelAErickson) August 25, 2021

jaguars

The inevitable happened. Trevor Lawrence has been announced as the Jacksonville Jaguars' starting quarterback, which pretty much everyone knew was going to happen. Lawrence was, of course, asked about how he felt about the situation. "I'm really excited for the opportunity; I'm grateful for it. It doesn't really change anything though. We still have the same task in front of us."

bengals

Joe Burrow will finally be making his debut since tearing his ACL late last season. While I assumed Burrow wouldn't see any preseason action due to protecting his health behind that horrid offensive line, Burrow should play in the Cincinnati Bengals​' final preseason game. And that's okay with him. 

"I'm excited to get out there." - @JoeyB pic.twitter.com/vJkiY1jdwN

— Cincinnati Bengals (@Bengals) August 25, 2021

49ers

San Francisco 49ers fans wanted you to believe all along that there was a quarterback competition, but as it turns out (and like I told you all along), there really hasn't been one at all. Head coach Kyle Shanahan said as much, without really naming his starter, which he honestly doesn't even have to do. "I've got a pretty good idea," he said. "I've always had a pretty good idea, but there's a lot of days between now and then, at every position."

-quick notes-

  • Kliff Kingsbury says no decision has been made on Kyler Murray playing the last preseason game, but that he doesn't think he needs anymore reps.
  • Dwayne Haskins​ will start at QB for the Steelers in their final preseason game.
  • ​Broncos name Teddy Bridgewater the starter; Drew Lock will be the backup to start Week One.
  • Dak Prescott threw 12 passes during Wednesday's practice.
  • The Seahawks will add Matt Hasselbeck to their Ring of Honor.
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