- Will Mallory
- #86
- Team IND
- Pos TE
- Status IAInactive
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Won't play Week 18
Mallory (lung) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Texans, Amanda Foster of the Colts' official site reports.
Analysis: Mallory was unable to practice Wednesday or Thursday and is now in line to miss the Week 18 divisional matchup due to a lung issue. The third-year pro from Miami appeared in just two games for Indianapolis this season, catching his lone target for 16 yards across 16 offensive snaps. While Mallory is sidelined Sunday, expect Tyler Warren and Mo Alie-Cox to serve as the Colts' top tight ends.
Published: Fri, Jan 2 at 11:21am by Rotowire.com
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Deemed DNP with lung injury
Mallory (lung) was estimated as a non-participant in Wednesday's practice walkthrough.
Analysis: It's not clear when Mallory was hurt, though it may have been Sunday against Jacksonville, when he logged a season-high 11 offensive snaps and made his first catch of the campaign. With the Colts officially eliminated from playoff contention, Mallory could see more work Sunday versus Houston if he's able to suit up, but the lung issue could throw a wrench in that potential opportunity. Mallory will have two more days this week to get onto the practice field before Indianapolis assigns injury…read more
Published: Wed, Dec 31 at 1:02pm by Rotowire.com
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Inactive again for Week 10
Mallory (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Falcons in Berlin.
Analysis: Mallory has been a regular on the Colts' inactive list, having suited up for just one game all season (Week 5 against the Raiders) and playing five total snaps in that contest. He'll continue to be in street clothes on game days so long as the Colts' top three tight ends -- Tyler Warren, Mo Alie-Cox and Drew Ogletree -- are all available.
Published: Sun, Nov 9 at 5:14am by Rotowire.com
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Inactive for Week 4
Mallory (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's Week 4 matchup against the Rams.
Analysis: The third-year tight end has yet to garner active status this season through four games. Mallory is a clear No. 4 on the depth chart for the time being, slotting in behind star first-round rookie Tyler Warren and veterans Mo Alie-Cox and Drew Ogletree.
Published: Sun, Sep 28 at 11:55am by Rotowire.com
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Healthy scratch Week 2
Mallory (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Broncos.
Analysis: Mallory will be a healthy scratch for a second straight week, and his next chance to play is Week 3 against the Titans on Sunday, Sept. 21. Mo Alie-Cox and Drew Ogletree will serve as the Colts' backup tight ends behind rookie first-rounder Tyler Warren.
Published: Sun, Sep 14 at 11:47am by Rotowire.com
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Healthy inactive
Mallory is inactive for Sunday's season opener against Miami due to a coach's decision, James Boyd of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Mallory had a good showing in training camp by all accounts, but he enters the season fourth on the depth chart at tight end and may not be active most game days. Mallory has receiving skills, but no tight end other than Tyler Warren may be a significant factor in the passing game.
Published: Sun, Sep 7 at 8:47am by Rotowire.com
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Having strong training camp
Mallory had one reception for 11 yards on three targets in Saturday's preseason loss to Green Bay. He's had an impressive training camp that could help him win a roster spot, 93.5 The Fan Indianapolis reports.
Analysis: If the Colts keep four tight ends, Mallory is likely battling Jelani Woods and Drew Ogletree for the final spot. Mallory has showed off his receiving ability in training camp, but no tight end other than Tyler Warren may be a significant factor in the passing game.
Published: Mon, Aug 18 at 12:53pm by Rotowire.com
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Takes step back Year 2
Mallory secured four of eight targets for 29 yards across 10 regular-season appearances with the Colts in 2024.
Analysis: Mallory played two less games in 2024 than as a rookie, though in 2023 he saw 26 targets (versus eight in 2024) and played 153 offensive snaps (versus 90 in 2024). He concluded the 2024 campaign as a healthy scratch. Kylen Granson and Mo Alie-Cox are both pending free agents, so Mallory could be counted on to handle a larger role in 2025, but he may need a strong offseason in order to regain this coaching staff's trust.
Published: Tue, Jan 21 at 9:01am by Rotowire.com
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Won't play against Big Blue
Mallory (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Giants.
Analysis: Mallory played in the Colts' last three games and logged one catch (on two targets) for seven yards over that span. However, the 2023 fifth-round pick will be a healthy scratch for Week 17 as Indianapolis goes with Drew Ogletree, Mo Alie-Cox and Kylen Granson as its three active tight ends. Mallory's next chance to play will be in the Colts' regular-season finale against the Jaguars next weekend.
Published: Sun, Dec 29 at 9:18am by Rotowire.com
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Healthy scratch for Week 11
Mallory (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Jets.
Analysis: Mallory appeared in each of the Colts' last seven games, totaling three receptions on six targets for 22 yards across 65 offensive snaps. Mo Alie-Cox, Kylen Granson and Drew Ogletree are the Colts' active tight ends for Week 11.
Published: Sun, Nov 17 at 8:45am by Rotowire.com
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Gets second reception of season
Mallory had one reception for five yards on his lone target in Sunday's win over Miami.
Analysis: Mallory was the only Indy tight end with a reception amid an anemic passing attack under quarterback Anthony Richardson. Mallory played just four snaps on offense and is No. 4 on the depth chart among tight ends, so his upside is limited in the offense.
Published: Mon, Oct 21 at 2:06pm by Rotowire.com
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Gets first reception of season
Mallory had one reception for seven yards on his only target in Sunday's loss at Jacksonville. It was his first reception this season.
Analysis: After being inactive the first three games, Mallory's played the last two games. He played on 16 of the offense's 70 snaps and went out on 13 routes. The Colts continue to divide targets and snaps between up to four tight ends (Kylen Granson played 18 snaps, Mo Alie-Cox played 29, Drew Ogletree played 26). As long as the workload is that spread out, none will have viable fantasy value for most formats.
Published: Mon, Oct 7 at 12:31pm by Rotowire.com
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Slated to make season debut
Mallory is active for Sunday's game against the Steelers.
Analysis: Mallory has yet to play this season. With Jelani Woods (toe) on injured reserve, snaps are available at tight end in Indianapolis. However, Mallory remains behind Kylen Granson, Mo Alie-Cox and Drew Ogletree on the depth chart.
Published: Sun, Sep 29 at 9:09am by Rotowire.com
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Inactive against Houston
Mallory (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against Houston.
Analysis: With Mallory inactive and Jelani Woods out for the season with a toe injury, Indy's tight-end group has been narrowed to Kylen Granson, Mo Alie-Cox and Drew Ogletree. Mallory could still enter the mix at some point this season.
Published: Sun, Sep 8 at 8:53am by Rotowire.com
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Makes 53-man roster
Mallory has made Indianapolis' 53-man roster.
Analysis: Mallory missed time early in training camp due to a sore hamstring but is healthy as the regular season begins. Mallory appeared in 12 games as a rookie last season, and the 2023 fifth-round draft pick out of Miami caught 18 of 26 targets for 207 yards. Mallory will be part of a four-man committee at tight end that also includes Kylen Granson, Mo Alie-Cox and Drew Ogletree. The Colts are likely to split targets between the foursome.
Published: Tue, Aug 27 at 7:31pm by Rotowire.com
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Two receptions in preseason opener
Mallory had two receptions for 31 yards on two targets in Sunday's preseason loss to Denver.
Analysis: Mallory had missed time in training camp due to a sore hamstring but looked back to full speed. He's competing with Jelani Woods, Kylen Granson, Mo Alie-Cox and Drew Ogletree for playing time in a deep tight end room that lacks a clear No. 1 option. Indy's first preseason game did little to sort the competition other than all five are healthy.
Published: Sun, Aug 11 at 9:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Back at practice
Mallory (hamstring) was back practicing Friday, Joel A. Erickson of The Indianapolis Star reports.
Analysis: Mallory's hamstring injury from the Colts' 2023 season has lingered over to preparation for this upcoming year, but he's now moving in the right direction with a return to practice. The capacity that the 6-foot-4 tight end was able to participate in Friday was not disclosed, which leaves his availability for Sunday's preseason game against Denver up in the air.
Published: Fri, Aug 9 at 11:55am by Rotowire.com
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Dealing with hamstring injury
Mallory didn't participate in Wednesday's practice session due to a hamstring injury, Joel Erickson of The Indianapolis Star reports.
Analysis: Mallory suffered a hamstring injury in Indianapolis' 2023 finale, but it's unclear if his latest hamstring issue is to the same leg. A return to the practice field in short order is crucial for Mallory, as he's competing with Jelani Woods, Kylen Granson, Mo Alie-Cox and Drew Ogletree for playing time in a deep tight end room that lacks a clear No. 1 option.
Published: Wed, Jul 31 at 3:22pm by Rotowire.com
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Back on field
Mallory (hamstring) participated in OTAs last week.
Analysis: Mallory finished the 2023 campaign sidelined by an injury, but it appears the 2023 fifth-round selection has fully recovered. Although he was able to contribute 18 receptions and 207 yards in 12 regular-season games during his rookie campaign, he faces a crowded tight end room in Indianapolis with the return of Jelani Woods from a Hamstring injury, as well as holdovers Kylen Granson, Mo Alie-Cox and Drew Ogletree.
Published: Tue, May 28 at 2:08pm by Rotowire.com
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Flashes receiving skills as rookie
Mallory (hamstring) drew one target in Saturday's 23-19 loss versus the Texans but did not haul it in.
Analysis: Over 12 games in his rookie season, Mallory recorded 18 receptions for 207 yards on 26 targets. At 6-foot-4, 239 pounds, he profiled more as oversized wide receiver than traditional tight end. That's exactly how the Colts utilized him in 2023, and at least from an efficiency standpoint, he fared fairly well.
Published: Mon, Jan 8 at 1:41pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't return to Saturday's game
Mallory hurt his hamstring in Saturday's contest against Houston and has been ruled out from returning.
Analysis: It's unclear when Mallory suffered the injury, but he was ruled out during the second quarter. The rookie didn't catch his only target prior to his departure. The Colts will be down to Kylen Granson and Mo Alie-Cox at tight end for the remainder of the matchup.
Published: Sat, Jan 6 at 6:22pm by Rotowire.com
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Just one reception in win
Mallory had one reception for 19 yards on his only target in Sunday's win over the Raiders.
Analysis: Mallory played just nine snaps on offense and went out on six routes, a week after he had four receptions for 47 yards on four targets. With Indy playing with a lead most of the game, Mallory was sidelined for better blocking tight ends.
Published: Mon, Jan 1 at 4:36pm by Rotowire.com
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Four receptions in loss
Mallory had four receptions for 47 yards on four targets in Sunday's 29-10 loss at Atlanta.
Analysis: The Colts featured Mallory and fellow tight end Kylen Granson (five receptions for 62 yards) more prominently in the passing game with top target Michael Pittman sidelined with a concussion. The duo were the top two Colts in receiving yards, which is more of a sign of how the Indianapolis passing game struggled. Mallory played on 27 of the offense's 71 snaps, running routes on 22 of those plays. In addition to Mallory and Granson (28 snaps), Drew Ogletree (17 snaps) and Mo Alie-Cox (19 snaps)…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 25 at 10:00pm by Rotowire.com
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No receptions in win
Mallory did not have a catch or target in Saturday's win over Pittsburgh.
Analysis: Just when it looked like Mallory may emerge as the top receiving tight end in the offense with nine receptions the prior three games, he fell to fourth in playing time at the position. Drew Ogletree played on 38 of the offense's 67 snaps with Mo Alie-Cox followed with 35, Kylen Granson played 20 and Will Mallory logged eight. Indy's distribution of tight end targets in the passing game changes almost randomly each week and is divided up among up to four players, making none much of an option…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 18 at 1:35pm by Rotowire.com
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Five receptions in loss
Mallory had five receptions for 46 yards on five targets in Sunday's loss at Cincinnati.
Analysis: Mallory played fewer snaps and ran fewer routes than Kylen Granson but had a bigger game as a pass catcher. The Colts spread out playing time fairly evenly among tight ends, as Mallory played on 20 of the offense's 62 snaps, while starter Granson played on 24 snaps, Drew Ogletree played on 17 snaps, and Mo Alie-Cox played on 19 snaps (and caught a TD). While Mallory is trending upward with nine receptions in his last three games, it's very hard to predict which Colts tight end will be…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 11 at 4:26pm by Rotowire.com
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Two receptions in win
Mallory had two receptions for four yards on four targets in Sunday's overtime win at Tennessee.
Analysis: A week after being a starter, Mallory was fourth among Colts tight ends in playing time with 13 snaps on offense. All four tight ends (Kylen Granson, Drew Ogletree and Mo Alie-Cox) went on between 12 to 13 routes. It's hard to forecast any of them having consistent roles in the passing game as a result.
Published: Mon, Dec 4 at 11:53am by Rotowire.com
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Gets start at TE
Mallory started at tight end and had two receptions for 29 yards on three targets in Sunday's 27-20 win over Tampa Bay.
Analysis: Mallory was a surprise starter since he's been inactive most weeks. He led the Indy tight ends in routes run (21 routes to Kylen Granson's 16 and Mo Alie-Cox's 13), though he was third at the position in scrimmage snaps (27 snaps to 34 for Alie-Cox and 31 for Granson). No tight end in Indianapolis has much fantasy value given how rarely they are utilized in the passing offense and how the targets are split three ways, but it's worth monitoring whether Mallory's increased usage is a trend.
Published: Mon, Nov 27 at 2:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Inactive Sunday
Mallory (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Panthers, JJ Stankevitz of the Colts' official site reports.
Analysis: With Kylen Granson back in the mix after missing two games, Mallory will be the odd man out in a Colts' Week 9 tight end corps that also includes Drew Ogletree and Mo Alie-Cox. Through four contests to date, Mallory has caught three of his six targets for 55 yards.
Published: Sun, Nov 5 at 11:45am by Rotowire.com
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Just one reception
Mallory had one reception for six yards on two targets in Sunday's loss to New Orleans.
Analysis: Mallory played on 15 of of the offense's 71 snaps. He went out for a pass on all 15 of his snaps, which was the second-most routes among the tight ends (Drew Ogletree had 20 and Mo Alie-Cox had 13). However, that usage doesn't translate to many fantasy points, as the Colts don't use tight ends much in the passing game and divide the targets among multiple players at the position.
Published: Mon, Oct 30 at 2:30pm by Rotowire.com
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Plays just nine snaps
Mallory did not have a reception on his lone target in Sunday's loss to Cleveland.
Analysis: He played nine snaps on offense as Drew Ogletree started at tight end with Kylen Granson out with a concussion and Jelani Woods (hamstring) still on injured reserve. Mo Alie-Cox had the only reception among tight ends in the loss, as they were needed as blockers against Cleveland's strong pass rush. Mallory is inactive most games and could return to the bench if either Granson or Woods is able to return next week.
Published: Mon, Oct 23 at 12:25pm by Rotowire.com
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Stuck on bench
Mallory was a healthy inactive for Sunday's loss to the Rams.
Analysis: Mallory played 11 offensive snaps in Week 2 against the Texans when he caught two passes for 49 yards, but he's been inactive the last two games.
Published: Mon, Oct 2 at 1:22pm by Rotowire.com
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Inactive Sunday
Mallory is inactive for Sunday's contest against the Ravens.
Analysis: Mallory is a healthy scratch for Week 3 with Andrew Ogletree returning from concussion protocols. Mallory played 11 offensive snaps in Week 2 against the Texans when he caught two passes for 49 yards.
Published: Sun, Sep 24 at 9:06am by Rotowire.com
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Two receptions in NFL debut
Mallory had two receptions for 49 yards on two targets in Sunday's win at Houston.
Analysis: Mallory was a healthy inactive Week 1, but the 2023 fifth-round draft pick got playing time with Andrew Ogletree (concussion/coach's decision) out. He played on 11 of the offense's 57 snaps compared to 37 snaps for Kylen Granson and 23 snaps for Mo Alie-Cox. Still, Mallory had a rapport with backup Gardner Minshew, and it's possible he could become the breakout receiver of a deep tight-end mix. However, it's more likely none of the Colts tight ends get enough work in the passing game to be…read more
Published: Mon, Sep 18 at 12:34pm by Rotowire.com
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Available to make NFL debut
Mallory is active for Sunday's matchup against the Texans.
Analysis: A rookie fifth-round pick, Mallory was a healthy scratch for Week 1, but with Andrew Ogletree (concussion/coach's decision) out, he'll have a chance to make his NFL debut versus Houston. Starting tight end Kylen Granson may be limited due to a recent hamstring injury, so Mallory could see a handful of snaps in a depth role behind Granson and Mo Alie-Cox.
Published: Sun, Sep 17 at 9:05am by Rotowire.com
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Won't debut Week 1
Mallory (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Jaguars.
Analysis: Mallory was taken by the Colts in the fifth round of the 2023 NFL Draft. His next opportunity to make his NFL debut will come in Week 2 against the Texans on Sept. 17.
Published: Sun, Sep 10 at 9:15am by Rotowire.com
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Two receptions in preseason debut
Mallory had two receptions for 29 yards on two targets in Saturday's preseason win over Chicago.
Analysis: Mallory missed the preseason opener with a hamstring injury but had a nice showing working with the second- and third-string units. The 2023 fifth-round draft pick faces an uphill battle to win a roster spot amid a crowded tight end position, but he could open the season on the active roster with Mo Alie-Cox (ankle), Jelani Woods (hamstring) and Andrew Ogletree (knee) all sidelined.
Published: Sat, Aug 19 at 9:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Returns to practice
Mallory (hamstring) returned to practice Tuesday, the Indianapolis Star reports.
Analysis: Mo Alie-Cox (ankle), Jelani Woods (hamstring) and Andrew Ogletree (knee) remain sidelined, so Mallory could get extra work in this week's preseason game if he's able to play. The 24-year-old, who was selected in the fifth round of the 2023 Draft, is likely competing with Alie-Cox and Pharaoh Brown for the team's No. 3 TE spot.
Published: Tue, Aug 15 at 10:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Misses game with hamstring injury
Mallory (hamstring) did not play in Saturday's preseason loss at Buffalo.
Analysis: Mallory started camp on the active/PUP list due to a foot injury, but he then suffered a hamstring injury and missed practice time last week. It's not clear how long he'll be out. The 24-year-old, who was selected in the fifth round of the 2023 Draft, is likely competing with Mo Alie-Cox and Pharaoh Brown for the team's No. 3 TE spot.
Published: Sat, Aug 12 at 10:37pm by Rotowire.com
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Suffers new injury
Mallory missed practice Saturday due to a hamstring injury, James Boyd of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Mallory started camp on the active/PUP list due to a foot injury, but he was able to pass a physical and be activated Monday. However, he'll now potentially miss more time as he'll work to recover from a new health concern. The 24-year-old, who was selected in the fifth round of the 2023 Draft, is likely competing with Mo Alie-Cox and Pharaoh Brown for the team's No. 3 TE spot.
Published: Sun, Aug 6 at 7:54am by Rotowire.com
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Coming off PUP
The Colts removed Mallory (foot) from the active/PUP list Monday morning, George Bremer of The Anderson Herald Bulletin reports.
Analysis: The fifth-round pick can now join his teammates in practice after missing the first week of training camp. Mallory injured his foot during the offseason program and now faces an uphill battle to earn a Week 1 role for a team with Jelani Woods, Kylen Granson, Mo Alie-Cox and Pharaoh Brown at tight end.
Published: Mon, Jul 31 at 6:19am by Rotowire.com
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Still nursing injury
Mallory (foot) will begin training camp on the active/PUP list, Nate Atkins of The Indianapolis Star reports.
Analysis: The 2023 fifth-round pick has been dealing with a foot injury since the beginning of June, but it seems as if progress has been made. General manager Chris Ballard told reporters the move is precautionary, and Mallory should be back soon. Once the rookie returns, expect him to compete for a depth role amongst a talented group of tight ends ahead of the coming season.
Published: Tue, Jul 25 at 9:51am by Rotowire.com
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Remains sidelined at practice
Mallory (foot) was spotted in a boot Friday, James Boyd of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Mallory is dealing with a right foot/ankle injury and was sidelined at practice Friday. The tight end was selected in the fifth round of the 2023 NFL Draft and is expected to compete for a reserve role behind Jelani Woods (hamstring) this season.
Published: Fri, Jun 2 at 11:48am by Rotowire.com
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