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Deaf Football Player Dreams of Going Pro

Munir Muwwakkil is a relatively unknown defensive tackle for Edward Waters College, in Jacksonville, FL, but like most football players, he'd like to make it to the NFL. But should he fulfill that dream and be introduced before a game, Muwwakkil will never hear the crowd's response to his introduction.

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Posted By Renata

Jan 04, 2009: 01:00 PM

I was very surprised to see this news. Thank you very much. I am Munir's mom and I am very happy to see the Deaf community follow the news of Munir. It has been a hard a touch road for him but he is a better person for not given up.

Posted By Lacey

Oct 24, 2008: 07:42 PM

Munir...There is nothing wrong with with trying to move up to the next level. I think that you will be a great pro football player. Good luck. I know you will be great at what you do.

Posted By tina

Oct 08, 2008: 06:19 PM

Munir,you just follow your dream and make a good role model for young deaf boys in the future.. just do what you can do!good luck to you!

Posted By Kim

Oct 07, 2008: 10:00 PM

If you have ever watched the movie the "Replacements" they have an actor that plays a deaf football player. I see no reason why he could not. I hope and wish that he does go pro! Follow your dreams Munir!

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