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Speaking the game: Best commencement speeches from sports figures

Athletic success translates to many things, including commencement speeches. Here are some of the best speeches from sports figures through the years.

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Veteran linebacker Jaylon Smith is signing with the Raiders after a weekend tryout, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter on Sunday.

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Gabe Taylor wore a burgundy Commanders jersey with No. 26, the same number his late brother, Sean, wore at the University of Miami. Gabe said he's hoping to represent Sean this weekend.

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