Ward was named an honorary ambassador for the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang. Ward caught his first career touchdown from Mike Tomczak and finished the game with a total of 3 catches for 51 yards. [38], From April 3 through May 30, 2006, Ward returned to his birthplace of Seoul for the first time since his parents moved to the United States when he was one year old. That night, though, he did not play in that game. He also played tailback and totaled 3,870 all-purpose yards, second only to Herschel Walker in Bulldogs history. It wouldn't be as fun for me. After an offseason of little progress between the Pittsburgh Steelers and WR Mike Wallace on a new contract, signals have emerged that a deal could be done before Week 1, according to a report. During the first quarter of a Week 14 matchup against the Ravens, Ward caught a 21-yard touchdown pass from Jerome Bettis. Steelers open OTAs without WR Mike Wallace. Ward used his celebrity status to arrange "hope-sharing" meetings with multiracial Korean children and to encourage social and political reform. Immediately following Super Bowl XL, Ward was videotaped for the "I'm Going to Disney World!" On his upper right arm he has a tattoo of Mickey Mouse [28] in the Heisman pose, just below a tattoo of his name in Korean. The league, however, later passed a new rule banning such hits. With his team passing less than any other team, Hines had less opportunity than other receivers of his era. On December 4, 2011, in a 35–7 home victory against the Cincinnati Bengals, Ward became the 19th player in NFL history to reach 12,000 receiving yards. He continued to dominate the next game against the Bengals, as he had 125 yards on 10 receptions, while also scoring a 64-yard touchdown during the 29–21 victory. Hines Ward (1,409) Ben Roethlisberger (34) Willie Parker (23) Antonio Brown 2010- (14) Jerome Bettis (13) Santonio Holmes (10) Peyton Manning (8) Tommy Maddox (7) JuJu Smith-Schuster (7) Aside from his career in the NFL, Ward has appeared in various forms of film and television media, including the reality TV series Dancing With The Stars and brief cameos in the 2012 film The Dark Knight Rises and in the television series The Walking Dead. [46] His finish time was 5:53:18, which earned him the overall rank of 623. [33], He opened a restaurant called Table 86 and wine bar named Vines in Seven Fields with Howard A Shiller from Fort Lauderdale in August 2015. [26], In September 2019, Ward began his coaching career and was hired by the New York Jets as a full-time offensive assistant. Hear his reasoning on Channel 11 Morning News. This achievement threw him into the spotlight of media in South Korea. During a game on October 19, 2008, Ward put a vicious downfield blindside block on rookie Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Keith Rivers. During the 4th quarter starting quarterback Tommy Maddox was injured and replaced by rookie quarterback Ben Roethlisberger. If he winds up playing for the Steelers under the restricted free agent tender in 2012, Mike Wallace will be among the best values in the NFL, Brian McIntyre writes. In a Week 7 win over Cincinnati, he accumulated a season-high 91 receiving yards on 2 catches, while scoring a 77-yard touchdown, his first of the season. On October 10, 1999, he had 6 receptions for 67 receiving yards, and caught a touchdown from Kordell Stewart. Yes, there was a message behind Antonio Brown's new contract -- only it wasn't for Mike Wallace. [6], Coming out of the University of Georgia, Ward was regarded as one of the top five receivers in the 1998 NFL Draft, along with Kevin Dyson and Randy Moss. Rookie cards, autographs and more. The so-called "Hines Ward Rule" made a blindside block illegal if the block came from the blocker's helmet, forearm or shoulder and lands to the head or neck area of a defender. He played in his first playoff game of his career in 2001, making 3 receptions for 37 yards in a 27–10 divisional win over the Ravens. [10] On September 18, 2005, he caught 6 passes for 84 receiving yards and 2 touchdowns in a 27–7 victory over the Texans. He played college football at the University of Georgia and was drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the third round of the 1998 NFL Draft. Bucky Brooks gives three reasons why New England should refrain from shelling out major dough for a slot receiver. In his first year under Mike Tomlin, the Steelers finished 10–6 and made the playoffs. In Week 13 against the Bengals, Ward hauled in a season-high 9 receptions for 135 receiving yards and 2 touchdown receptions. In 1996, Ward had 52 receptions for 900 yards, and also ran 26 times for 170 yards. In his first year under new offensive coordinator Mike Mularkey, Ward had his best season of his career to that point. Although he was considered one of the best blocking receivers in the NFL, Ward often faced criticism for his style of blocking, particularly for his propensity to hit defenders on their blind-side. Hines Ward says one NFL team handled national anthem ‘the right way' Former Pittsburgh Steeler Hines Ward weighed in on the national anthem controversy within the NFL, saying there’s one team he believes struck the right balance -- and it’s not the Steelers. It was his first game with more than a single touchdown in his career. After replacing Maddox, Roethlisberger led the Steelers to 14 wins in a row. His well built and quick, receptive skills made him favourite retention for his team. He finished with a time of 13:08:15. [35] He is a current CNN studio analyst. But that'll change with Justin Blackmon in tow. In the 2005 AFC Championship game at the Denver Broncos, he had 59 receiving yards on 5 receptions while also making a touchdown catch, as the Steelers won 34–17. During a Week 10 contest against the Green Bay Packers, he caught a season-high 2 passes for 56 yards. On July 20, 1998, the Steelers signed him to a three-year, $885,000 contract. [18] On January 1, 2012, in a game against the Cleveland Browns, Ward caught his 1000th reception, becoming the eighth player in NFL history to do so. On March 7, 2012, the Steelers announced their intention to cut and release Ward,[19] which they did two days later. Bills; Dolphins; Jets; Patriots; AFC North . He caught 108 yards worth of passes in that game to pass Hall of Fame Steelers receiver John Stallworth for the most 100-yard receiving games all-time for the Steelers with his 26th. He has become an advocate for the social acceptance of foreigners in Korea, especially blended or mixed race youth.[1]. [20], On March 20, 2012, Ward announced his retirement from professional football stating, "Without the support over the past 14 years this game wouldn't be the same to me. Ward also had a streak of 4 consecutive 1,000 yard seasons. On October 9, 2011, he had 7 catches for 54 receiving yards and 2 touchdown reception. After finishing the season 11–5, the Steelers played the Bengals for the AFC Wild Card on January 8, 2006. Ward was selected by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the third round (92nd overall) of the 1998 NFL Draft. [31] The Locker Room reopened under the name South Side 86 (because of Ward's jersey number), and is owned entirely by Ward, who bought out his co owners. ", With a "Dancing with the Stars" title under his belt, Hines Ward finds himself back on TV. Instead, find a videotape and rewind it to the start of any season Ward … television commercial, adding "...and I'm taking The Bus!" In 2002, he set a Steelers franchise record for receptions (112) and touchdowns (12) (both since broken by Antonio Brown) and was named to his first of two consecutive All-NFL teams. Pittsburgh Steelers legend Hines Ward isn't in the Pro Football Hall of Fame, which is a fact that's considered ridiculous to many football fans, let alone those in Western Pennsylvania.. Buy from many sellers and get your cards all in one shipment! Ward played some quarterback his sophomore year, and holds Georgia bowl game records for pass attempts, pass completions, and passing yards in the 1995 Peach Bowl in which he completed 31 of 59 passes for 413 yards. [11] Then on December 20, 2007, Ward became the Steelers' all-time receiving yardage leader in a game against the St. Louis Rams. The Steelers finished the 2008 regular season with a 12–4 record and made the playoffs. He was voted, along with Faneca, to his third consecutive Pro Bowl. He played the game with a sprained right MCL. [14] In the Steelers' home opener, he had 8 catches for 103 receiving yards. Although he appeared in every game during his first season, he finished with only 15 receptions for 246 receiving yards. In 2003, the Steelers voted him their team MVP as he caught a total of 95 receptions for 1,163 yards and 10 touchdowns for the season. It's never too late or too early to start spreading some of that Pittsburgh Steelers spirit. The Steelers also named Ward their co-MVP of the season along with Casey Hampton. Ward and Steelers teammate Jerome "The Bus" Bettis appeared in a victory parade at the Magic Kingdom theme park on February 6 along with Emmitt Smith. Hines Ward and Antwaan Randle El Steelers Legends. 2001 marked his first season with 16 starts and over 1,000 receiving yards, as he finished with 94 catches for 1,003 receiving yards and 4 touchdown catches. Ward accumulated 76 receptions, 1,064 yards, and eight receiving touchdowns in 14 post-season appearances. You guys meant the world to me. On January 5, 2003, they played the Browns in the AFC Wild-card game. This was the first time Ward had 5 games with over 100 receiving yards in a single season. He also played tailback and totaled 3,870 all-purpose yards, second only to Herschel Walkerin Bulldogs history. The Steelers won 34–21. On September 11, 2007, co-owner Nicholas Lettieri withdrew the entirety of the bar's funds, approximately $19,000, from a corporate account, causing it to miss a large number of scheduled payments. In Super Bowl XL, he accumulated 5 receptions, 123 receiving yards, and caught a 43-yard touchdown reception from wide receiver Antwaan Randle El, to seal the Steelers' 21–10 victory over the Seattle Seahawks. This also marked his first season under offensive coordinator Bruce Arians, as Ken Whisenhunt left to become the Arizona Cardinals head coach. © 2021 NFL Enterprises LLC. Ward has stated that he talks with his father about once every two years. After having the best season of his career, Ward returned in 2003 to make 9 catches for 91 receiving yards and 2 touchdowns in the season opening win over the Ravens. [16], He finished the 2010 season with 59 receptions, 755 receiving yards, and 5 receiving touchdowns. Ward began his rookie season as the fourth receiver on the Steelers' depth chart. Former NFL star Hines Ward played for the Pittsburgh Steelers, where he stayed from his 2008 NFL draft until his retirement in 2011. This also marked his first game with over 100 receiving yards in his career. In 1997, he hauled in 55 passes for 715 yards and scored six touchdowns while, and also ran 30 times for 223 yards, getting All-SEC honors in the process. Upon completion, he told Mike Florio at NBC that he will "never" compete in another triathlon and that he was "one and done". [34], Ward joined CNN and HLN in May 2016. The Steelers finished the season 10–5–1 and made the playoffs for the second year in a row. Ward was not penalized for this block, nor was he fined by the league as the hit was deemed legal. In Week 12, he accounted for a season-high 7 receptions and 89 receiving yards, and caught a 34-yard touchdown in a 20–27 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals. Ward's versatility, hands, and willingness to block served him well as a professional wide receiver. Guy: Celebrity Cook-Off. In the Pro Bowl, he caught 2 passes for 45 yards and scored a 32-yard touchdown. After eight years under Bill Cowher, Ward had the second coach of his career, as the Steelers organization hired Minnesota Vikings defensive coordinator Mike Tomlin as their new head coach. After 2005, he returned to start in the Steelers' season opener against the Dolphins and caught 5 passes for 53 yards and a touchdown, as they beat Miami, 28–16. In the game, he had 63 receiving yards on 3 receptions and scored a touchdown. Ward's streak of 186 consecutive games with at least one reception came to an end in a 39–26 loss against the New England Patriots in Week 10 of the 2010 season. Ward finished the contest with 3 receptions for 25 yards and a touchdown, as the Steelers won 31–24. He was named the MVP in Super Bowl XL. He was told they could work out an extension during the year and he'd be paid fairly. "[24], In August 2017, Ward served as an offensive intern with the Pittsburgh Steelers, working with their wide receivers. Get NFL player stats, breaking news and analysis. Former Pittsburgh Steeler Hines Ward weighed in on the national anthem controversy within the NFL, saying there’s one team he believes struck the right balance -- and it’s not the Steelers. When you rock any of the Hines Ward Jersey, your loyalty to your favorite player will be unmistakable.Our stunning array of trendy Hines Ward jerseys will ensure you stay comfortable while you're supporting your team. [30] The bar sustained serious water damage in February 2007, due to flooding from a malfunctioning boiler, and it was closed for repairs until June of that year. [27], Ward resides in Sandy Springs, Georgia, with wife Lindsey Georgalas-Ward and has a son named Jaden from his first marriage. On December 10, 2000, he caught a season-high 6 passes for 64 receiving yards in a 10–30 loss at the New York Giants. [48], Ward at the Steelers' 2009 Super Bowl parade, President's Advisory Commission on Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, "Ward Helps Biracial Youths on Journey Toward Acceptance", "Ward eager to win Super Bowl XL for 'Bus' and mom", "Ward takes place among Steelers' legends", "Steelers Notebook : Holmgren puts Super Bowl in past", "sports.yahoo.com - Ward still plays with chip on his shoulder - Feb 1, 2010", "Steelers sign receiver Ward to 4-year, $25.83M deal", "Hines' field ... 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At one hope-sharing meeting, he told a group of children, "If the country can accept me for who I am and accept me for being a Korean, I'm pretty sure that this country can change and accept you for who you are. When he came out of college, it was discovered that Ward was missing an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in his left knee, which he lost during a bicycle accident during childhood. He finished his last season with a total of 46 receptions, 381 receiving yards, and only 2 touchdowns in 15 games and 9 starts. Pittsburgh Steelers (1,353) Georgia Bulldogs (58) Indianapolis Colts (12) New York Giants (7) Green Bay Packers (6) Cincinnati Bengals (6) Tennessee Titans (5) Detroit Lions (3) During the AFC divisional game against the San Diego Chargers, Ward caught 4 passes for 70 yards. On September 5, 2005, the Steelers announced that they had reached an agreement on a four-year contract extension worth $25.83 million with Ward. In the AFC Championship game, Ward pulled in 5 catches for 109 yards and a touchdown. As a wide receiver for the University of Georgia Bulldogs (1994–1997), Ward's 149 career receptions for 1,965 yards placed him second in team history. On February 22, 2012, the DUI charge was dropped as part of a plea agreement. During the 2002 season opener, he had eight catches for 90 yards and a touchdown, in an AFC Championship rematch against the Patriots. Hines Ward spent 14 years with the Pittsburgh Steelers and helped the franchise win two Super Bowls, including being named MVP of Pittsburgh's Super Bowl XL win over Seattle. He had his fourth game with over a hundred yards on November 22, as he had a season-high 10 catches for 128 yards and a touchdown against the Kansas City Chiefs. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Indianapolis Colts expressed major interest in him, visiting him multiple times to meet with him. On December 9, 2001 against the New York Jets, Ward accumulated a season-high 10 catches for 124 receiving yards. Although they lost the AFC Wild Card game 29–31 to Jacksonville, Ward made 10 receptions for 135 receiving yards. Ward was voted MVP of Super Bowl XL and upon retirement was one of eleven NFL players to have at least 1,000 career receptions. At the age of 7, Ward was reunited with his mother. Hines Ward Net Worth. The legendary former Steelers receiver will join the Jets as an offensive assistant, the team announced in a release.Ward had been a coaching intern, and after impressing during camp got invited back as a member of the full-time staff. Sports article, Ward broke his kneecap in the fourth grade and the doctors never accounted for the ligament. On February 6, 2011, Ward appeared in his third Super Bowl with the Steelers against the Green Bay Packers. [44], On May 24, 2011, Ward and his partner Kym Johnson won season 12 of the American TV dance competition Dancing with the Stars.[45]. Antonio Brown, ... but when you boil down to it he cost his team on a number of occasions. Search our extensive list of all NFL players. [36], In 2018, he joined the Alliance of American Football as the Player Relations Executive. The following week in the AFC Championship, he made 3 receptions for 55 yards as they beat the Ravens 23–14 to go on to Super Bowl XLIII. He was going to be drafted either by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers or the Indianapolis Colts, but the Pittsburgh Steelers selected him in the 3rd round. The following browsers are supported: Chrome, Edge (v80 and later), Firefox and Safari. He was also a four-time NFL Pro Bowl selection (2001–2004). Born in Seoul, South Korea, to a Korean mother and African-American father, Ward grew up in the Atlanta area. [47] On October 12, 2013, Ward completed the Ironman World Championships. On November 16, 2008, he caught a season-high 11 passes for 124 yards against the San Diego Chargers. Ward had considered holding out before camp in 2004, but had been persuaded after meeting with the Steelers' owner Dan Rooney and Jerome Bettis. [31] The company filed suit for the return of the money, and Lettieri subsequently justified his actions by claiming that the money was owed to him, also voicing the belief that the other co-owners, Ward and Kimberly Pitts, as well as Pitts' husband, Korry Pitts, had falsified invoices and diverted company funds to their own bank accounts. In 1999, he saw more action after former starting wide receiver Charles Johnson departed for Philadelphia during the off-season. It doesn't matter if your team is on the road or holding it down, we have all the Steelers gear and apparel you need to show off your allegiance in a fashion-forward way. Jason La Canfora identifies the best players left on the open market, including Ryan Grant. NFL and the NFL shield design are registered trademarks of the National Football League.The team names, logos and uniform designs are registered trademarks of the teams indicated. It's a loss that still hurts linebacker Lamar Woodley, who is using the defeat as motivation. During the 20–17 win, Ward racked up 10 catches for 105 receiving yards and a touchdown. Hines Ward Hines Edward Ward. The 2 touchdowns against the Bengals made Ward the Steelers' all-time touchdown receptions leader with his 64th touchdown reception. Bengals; Browns; Ravens; AFC South . Hines Ward : Pos: WR, Career: 217 G, 86 TD (42nd), 1000 Rec (14th), 12.1 Y/R, 4xProBowl, Steelers 1998-2011, born South. On April 25, 2009, the Steelers signed Ward to a four-year, $22 million extension with a signing bonus of $3 million. 1976 [2] Ward has stated that he has yet to reconcile with his father who left Hines Jr. when he was two years old. Ward hosted the Hines Ward Show on Pittsburgh CBS O&O KDKA-TV from 2006 to 2012. Shop COMC's extensive selection of hines ward football cards matching: hines ward. Ward joined CNN and HLN in May 2016. He also excelled in baseball and was selected by the Florida Marlins in the 73rd round (1,646th overall) of the 1994 MLB Draft. All other NFL-related trademarks are trademarks of the National Football League. As the Steelers played the Bengals on October 28, 2007, Ward hauled in 8 passes for 88 yards and 2 touchdowns. The next week on December 28, 2008, Ward caught his 800th NFL reception, extending his record for receptions by a Steelers receiver. On December 18, 2004, Ward made 9 catches for a season-high 134 yards as Pittsburgh beat the Giants 33–30 for their 13th consecutive victory. * In week 7, Donnie Burns was the guest judge and scored the dances as well (first score listed is Burns'). . On September 8, 2001, Ward was signed to a four-year, $9.5 million contract extension.[8]. The next game, he caught 7 passes for 92 receiving yards and 2 touchdowns in a 17–30 loss to the Oakland Raiders. He was a studio analyst for NBC's Football Night in America from 2012 to 2015. In 2012, Ward began training for the 2013 Ironman World Championships, enlisting the help of triathlon legend Paula Newby-Fraser. "Hines has stayed on with us throughout the entire training camp," Gase said of Ward via a team statement on Monday. He was projected to be selected at the end of the first round or beginning of the second. Michael Fabiano highlights some of the wideouts who could surprise in 2012. He played in his first career game on September 6, 1998, against the Baltimore Ravens, catching a 12-yard pass from Kordell Stewart. Total Bucky Brooks says Blackmon will be the most impactful offensive rookie. The next week in the AFC Championship, he had 2 catches for 14 yards as the Steelers beat the New York Jets 24–19 to advance to Super Bowl XLV. On November 10, 2002, Ward had his best game of the season, making a season-high 11 receptions, 139 receiving yards, and a touchdown during a 34–34 tie with the Atlanta Falcons. After replacing Maddox, Roethlisberger threw a touchdown pass to Ward, making it the first one of their career together. [13] Ward completed the season with 81 receptions, 1,043 receiving yards, and 7 touchdown receptions. In his last season under offensive coordinator Kevin Gilbride, Ward finished with a total of 48 receptions for 672 yards and 4 touchdowns. On December 2, 2007, he caught a season-high 11 passes for 90 receiving yards and 2 touchdown receptions during the 24–10 victory over the Bengals. Born: March 8, 1976 in Seoul, South Korea College: Georgia Total Cards: 4,664 Tweet On December 20, 2009, Ward caught 7 passes for 126 receiving yards in a 37–36 victory over the Green Bay Packers. It was his third game of the season with 2 touchdown receptions. Hines Ward was a model teammate and ambassador for the game during his 14 year career. So today as sadly as it feels for me right now, I hope it will be a good day for everyone here."[21][22]. Antwaan Randle El made a name for himself in the NFL by becoming one of the league's most versatile offensive threats. Ward was born in Seoul, South Korea, to an African-American father, Hines Ward Sr., and Korean mother, Kim Young Hee (김영희). The next week, he caught 3 passes for 68 receiving yards as the Steelers beat the Indianapolis Colts 21–18. During a Week 6 contest against the Browns, Ward accumulated 8 receptions, 159 receiving yards, and a touchdown. Ward finished the game with 11 catches, 104 receiving yards, and also caught his first career postseason touchdown in the 36–33 victory. For reasons not disclosed to the public, during this time, Hines Ward Sr. did not support Ward with child support or visit him regularly. In 1996, Ward had 52 receptions for 900 yards, and also ran 26 times for 170 yards. [32] In 2012, shortly after announcing his retirement, it was announced that Ward had signed on with NBC Sports to be a football analyst, highlighted by his role on the Sunday Night Football pregame show Football Night in America. CNN's Hines Ward takes stock of some teams to focus on. [12] Also in this game, Ward achieved his first 1000-yard season since 2004, finishing with 81 receptions for 1043 yards and 7 touchdowns on the year. Discover NFL players past & present. The ex-Steelers great will be a regular analyst on NBC's "Football Night in America.". His family moved to Atlanta and East Point, Georgia when Hines Jr. was one, and Hines Sr. went to Germany to serve a tour of duty. He appeared in his last game with the Steelers on January 8, 2012, as the Steelers lost 23–29 to the Denver Broncos in the AFC Wildcard Game. After being traded to the Giants for a fifth-round draft pick in April, Keith Rivers says he's ready to put his injury-riddled past behind him and show the NFL what he can do. The impact of the block left Rivers with a broken jaw, and caused him to miss the remainder of the 2008 season. On February 1, 2009, the Steelers played the Arizona Cardinals, led by the Steelers' former offensive coordinator Ken Whisenhunt. During Hines Ward's NFL career as a wide receiver for the Pittsburgh Steelers, he helped lead his team to two Super Bowl championships and was voted MVP. The following game, he caught another 9 passes for 146 yards in a 20–41 loss at the Kansas City Chiefs. In 2019, Ward began his coaching career as an offensive assistant with the New York Jets. Ward finished the 2009 season with 95 receptions for 1,167 yards and 6 touchdowns as the Steelers finished 9–7. Teams . Product successfully added to your shopping cart Quantity. Hines Ward is back in the NFL, this time as a coach. Ward finished his ninth season with 71 receptions, 732 receiving yards, and 7 touchdowns. [40], On July 9, 2011, Ward was arrested for driving under the influence in DeKalb County, Georgia, after being witnessed by a MARTA police officer failing to maintain his lane and subsequently hitting a curb. Ward was born in Seoul, South Korea, to a Korean mother, Kim Younghee (Korean: 김영희) and African-American father, Hines Ward Sr. His family moved to Atlanta and East Point, Georgia, when Hines Jr. was one year old and Hines Sr. went to Germany to serve a tour of duty. Aditi Kinkhabwala provides the inside scoop from Pittsburgh Steelers training camp. Ward, in his 14 season history established his name in the sport. On October 24, 2010, he had a season-high 131 receiving yards on 7 receptions and scored a touchdown against the Miami Dolphins. On September 17, 2000, he received his first start of the season at the Browns and had 5 receptions for 75 receiving yards. It's got printed Pittsburgh Steelers and Hines Ward graphics that show off your enthusiasm for the best team. A short catch by Ward was knocked loose when he was tackled by safeties Patrick Chung and James Sanders, and was knocked out of the rest of the game; the Patriots challenged the call, and the pass was ruled incomplete on review, ending the streak. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. [4][5] According to a Yahoo! After finishing the season 15–1, the Steelers played the Jets for the divisional championship. He also caught his last career reception during the game. But it may have come as a surprise to many prior to it trending on social media this week. The Buccaneers chose to draft Jacquez Green (34th overall) and the Colts Jerome Pathon (32nd overall) instead, both wide receivers.[7]. After sitting out last season, the veteran receiver is ready to call it a career. 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