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Black African And Caribbean Diaspora Athletes With Philadelphia Roots In The NFL Draft 

As the NFL Draft approaches, all eyes turn to the big names and breakout performances. But behind the headlines are hometown heroes. These are athletes from African and Caribbean immigrant families or African American households in the Greater Philadelphia area who carry their communities’ hopes onto the national stage. Their stories are shaped not just by athletic prowess but by perseverance, cultural identity, and the steady guidance of family and neighborhood support.

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