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Former NFL commissioner Paul Tagliabue dies at age 84


Paul Tagliabue, who served as NFL commissioner for 17 seasons as the league experienced tremendous prosperity and growth, died Sunday morning at the age of 84. The value of many of the league's franchises increased tenfold during Tagliabue's time in the commissioner's chair. The league also added four franchises during his tenure. (ESPN.com)

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Former NFL commissioner Paul Tagliabue dies at age 84