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" I can help as chairperson, and Fulham can help our NFL effort. Collectively, these synergies will help everybody. "

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" We have made a great effort to stabilize the Jaguars, and London has played a key part in that. We see the Jaguars as an engine and catalyst for the overall growth of Jacksonville, and I believe we have proven our commitment beyond a doubt. "

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" You balance sport and business by having a sustainable model for a club and by winning. Because winning makes people feel better. "

" Paul came to the Jaguars in 1994 and has loyally served the franchise in a variety of capacities, most recently holding the title of Senior Vice President of Football Operations and General Counsel. "

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" In just my interaction, I go to factories, and I talk to our employees. And in Canada, they have had a least a year or two more education. It's like, almost, I never run into anybody who hasn't finished high school. And in the United States, you have a lot who dropped out of 11th grade or whatever. "

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" I want to be clear: I do not view myself so much as the owner of Fulham but a custodian of the club on behalf of its fans. "

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