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Chicago-area prospects make U.S. Army squad

By Tom Lemming
Special to ESPN Insider

Friday, October 8, 2004

The Chicago area has long been known as a hotbed for college football recruiting. From Red Grange to Dick Butkus, the area has produced several college All-Americans and pro football Hall of Famers. Right now, there are 47 Chicago-area players on NFL rosters, down from last season's 51, but still, second only to the Los Angeles area when it comes to producing NFL players. With around 225 high schools playing football in eight divisions, you can see why college scouts from all over the count ...

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