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1) Carson Wentz
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Carson Wentz is the quarterback for the Philadelphia Eagles. In college, Wentz starred at North Dakota State University and became a top National Football League (NFL) prospect. After a slow start to his career, Wentz led the Eagles to an 11–2 record in 2017 before an injury sidelined him. The Eagles went on to win the Super Bowl, and Wentz began training for the next season. Learn how Wentz became one of the best quarterbacks in the NFL, what he...
2) Derek Carr
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Derek Carr is a superstar quarterback for the Oakland Raiders. The Raiders have gotten better each year since Carr joined the team in 2014. In 2016 they made the National Football League (NFL) Playoffs for the first time in 14 years! And Carr says they'll get even better-he wants to lead the team all the way to the Super Bowl. Read more about Carr's career and fitness routines, his family, and the work he does for kids and his community beyond the...
3) Von Miller
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Von Miller is a talented football player for the Denver Broncos. He was selected by the Broncos as the second overall pick in the 2011 National Football League (NFL) Draft, and he's been a loyal player for the Broncos ever since. Miller was voted Super Bowl MVP after he helped his team win Super Bowl 50. But there's more to Miller than football he's also known for his chicken farm, his crazy outfits, and his charity work. Learn how he went from geeky...
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When Russell Wilson played for the University of Wisconsin, many people thought he was too short to be a starting quarterback in the National Football League (NFL). But he proved these doubters wrong. This Seattle Seahawks quarterback led his team to victory in his very first season, winning the 2014 Super Bowl. Football fans cheer his passing power and leadership skills.
6) Simone Biles
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Simone Biles joined the US women's gymnastics team to compete at the Summer Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, in 2016. Along with her teammates, she sailed through her events to claim the gold medal in the team competition for the United States. She also took home three golds and a bronze in the individual events in which she competed. Though Biles follows an intense training routine, her schedule doesn't stop her from having fun. Learn all...
7) Lionel Messi
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Lionel Messi is one of the best soccer players in the world. He's led his team Futbol Club (FC) Barcelona to several championships, he's won the FIFA Ballon d'Or award five times, and he's been on the cover of the video game EA Sports FIFA four times. Messi is known for his amazing ability to score goals, but he didn't become a soccer superstar without plenty of hard work. Learn how Messi keeps his body fit for the game, what his life is like off...
8) Mike Trout
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Mike Trout's size and speed have made him a standout baseball player, even in his earliest games. But he would not have earned a spot on the Los Angeles Angels without a strong will to work. After being drafted in 2009, Mike started to make his way through the minor leagues. By the end of 2012, he was playing in the Major League Baseball All-Star Game and hitting big home runs. Follow Mike's story from his years as a high school baseball fan in New...
10) Patrick Mahomes
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"Patrick Mahomes is the star quarterback for the Kansas City Chiefs. In his first full season in the National Football League (NFL), he threw for 5,097 yards and scored 50 touchdowns. He also won the NFL Most Valuable Player (MVP) and Offensive Player of the Year awards, and this is just the beginning of his career. Read about Mahomes's workouts, and learn what he does to help his community off the field." --
11) Lindsey Vonn
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Lindsey Vonn is one of the most successful skiers of all time. She's won seventy World Cups and holds records for the most victories in both downhill and super-G skiing. Learn about this tough-as-nails athlete and her fascinating life.
12) Paul George
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"Los Angeles Clippers shooting guard and small forward Paul George dominated six All-Star Games. He was selected for five All-NBA Teams and four NBA All-Defensive Teams. Get to know this basketball star!"--
13) Aaron Rodgers
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Describes the life and career of the football player, from his childhood and early career to his Super Bowl win with the Green Bay Packers.
14) Khalil Mack
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"From his career with the Oakland Raiders to becoming the highest paid defensive player in NFL history with the Chicago Bears, Khalil Mack has always been a standout. Readers will love his amazing story!"--
15) Lebron James
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"LeBron James of the Los Angeles Lakers has wowed basketball fans throughout his career. Dig deeper into James's impressive play, discover how he stays on top, and learn more about his life outside of basketball"--
17) Tom Brady
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Tom Brady is the star quarterback for the New England Patriots. He's led his team to more division titles than any other quarterback in NFL history. Learn how he became a sports megastar, how he stays fit, and more.
18) Naomi Osaka
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"Born in the US, raised in a Haitian and Japanese household, and known for her tennis talent, Naomi Osaka is the first Asian player to hold the top ranking for singles tennis. Learn her story!"--
19) Kevin Durant
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Kevin Durant is a star basketball player for the Golden State Warriors. He's a top scorer and works hard to make sure the Warriors stay one of the best teams in the National Basketball Association (NBA). He has been voted Rookie of the Year and All-Star Game MVP, and he was one of the youngest players of all time to be named NBA MVP. Durant is a skilled shooter, but his life off the court is just as impressive. Learn how he rose to national stardom,...
20) Michael Phelps
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"US swimmer Michael Phelps was the most decorated Olympic athlete in history before the 2016 Summer Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Winning an additional five golds and a silver in Rio for a total of 28 career medals, Phelps has a list of accomplishments in the pool that may never be matched. Learn all about Phelps's Olympic victories, how he maintains a world-class swimmer's body, what he does for fun, his plans for the future, and much more ovided...
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