Quote by Pete Rozelle

I'm not claiming that football is the nation's salvation in this area, but it's one of them, one little thing that apparently has captured the imagination of a large sector of our society. But when football can't be a relatively pure outlet, a fun thing, then it hurts itself.

I'm not claiming that football is the nation's salvation in

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This quote suggests that while football may not be the ultimate solution to societal issues, it has the power to capture the imagination of a significant portion of the population. It emphasizes that football should be a pure and enjoyable outlet. However, if it becomes tainted or fails to provide this, it can harm itself as a sport. The quote implies that football has the potential to be a positive force in society, but only if it remains a source of joy and unspoiled entertainment.

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