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April 30, 2012

Channel 7 sports report notes that three from Wayne State sign NFL deals

http://www.wxyz.com/dpp/sports/three-from-wayne-state-sign-nfl-deals#ixzz1tWMRNntM

Three members of the 2011 Wayne State University national finalist football team have started their professional careers by signing free agent contracts yesterday. Troy Burrell signed with the Detroit Lions, while Jeremy Jones inked a deal with the Chicago Bears. Joe Long earned a contract from the St. Louis Rams. Wide receiver Troy Burrell (Detroit Lions) had a reception in 47 of 49 career games played and concluded his career with a 38-game reception streak.

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