This season, my inbox lit up like a flaming furnace with this one question. I’ve passed the hot potato for as long as I could, so here goes. If you are weak-kneed and can’t stand the sight of blood, please move on to the next article.
Helmet Kisses: A Dear Football Mom column by Candy A. Westbrook
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