Winning three Super Bowls vs. being a parent – which is harder?
Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Drue Tranquill compares winning three Super Bowls to being a parent.
Winning three Super Bowls vs. being a parent – which is harder? originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston
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