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Former football stars look to rebrand themselves as MAGA politicians A growing list of former football players and coaches is vying to become conservative lawmakers, despite (or perhaps because of) a lack of experience.

Oct. 27, 2025, 5:09 PM EDT

By Ja'han Jones

MAGA figures from the world of football are looking to make an end-run into the political world. It’s as if Donald Trump’s ascension to the White House has unleashed a band of inexperienced pigskin enthusiasts hoping to capitalize on their popularity to sweep themselves into office.

Whether it’s due to a general climate of distrust toward politicians or favorable political circumstances (such as conservative-backed voter suppression efforts )

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