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Lawson's Triumphant Farewell: Faith, Football & NFL Draft

Deontae Lawson, Alabamas linebacker, bid farewell after five seasons, expressing gratitude for his faith, family, teammates, and coaches. Despite a devastating ACL tear, he returned for his final year, leading the team with 89 tackles, 4.5 sacks, and earning second-team All-Southeast Conference honors. Lawsons journey is a testament to perseverance and trusting the process, as he prepares for the NFL draft, guided by his faith.

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