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Jeff Backus retires: Jerry Mallory on the end of No. 76's career

Jerry Mallory talks about Jeff Backus' decision to walk away from the NFL after 12 seasons.

By Sean Yuille

A look at Jeff Backus' decision to retire and what it means for the Detroit Lions.

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