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College Football

Commentator Frank Deford says the culture of college athletics is dominated by football and the money it attracts. But he says the days of a "Football University" may be waning.

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Frank Deford died on Sunday, May 28, at his home in Florida. Remembrances of Frank's life and work can be found in All Things Considered, Morning Edition, and on NPR.org.
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