The Polyester Ball - Former New Orleans Saints kicker TOM DEMPSEY has died after testing positive for the coronavirus. The 73-year-old held the record for the longest field goal for over 40
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Coronavirus hits close to home for Saints legend Tom Dempsey, resident of Lambeth House | Coronavirus | nola.com
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Tom Dempsey New Orleans Saints Autographed White Jersey Inscribed "63 YD FG 11-8-70" with COA | New orleans saints, White jersey, New orleans saints jersey
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Two years after his death, family and friends celebrate the life of former Saints kicker Tom Dempsey
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