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Gridiron Challenge: Week 5 preview

By Jim McCormick
Special to ESPN.com

Thursday, October 8, 2009

Despite proving particularly adept at it, even Raiders owner Al Davis hates losing. The hate of losing can be quite a strong feeling. Whether it is in kick ball or karate, defeat can be downright unbearable. This truth lends itself well to fantasy football. Much like golf, fantasy can often feel like something we very much look forward to but simultaneously struggle with. Even with the best preparation and maximum effort, our fantasy teams and golf games can let us down. Herein lies the beaut ...

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