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Former NFL Lineman Solves Decades-Old Math Problem
Original: The Former NFL Lineman Who Solved a Decades-Old Math Problem
A former NFL offensive or defensive lineman is being credited with solving a mathematics problem that had stood unsolved for decades, according to a Wall Street Journal report. The story of a professional athlete making a serious contribution to advanced mathematics is drawing wide attention, with many noting how rare it is for someone to reach the top of professional football and produce recognized academic work.
Why now: The unusual combination of a professional football career and a breakthrough in a long-unsolved math problem makes for a striking human-interest story.
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