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Former Tigers, Hawkeyes, and Cyclones in Super Bowl
Posted: 02.02.2013 at 4:11 PM
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Are you a Missouri, Iowa or Iowa State fan?

If so, there are 5 former college stars to look out for in the Super Bowl.

Starting out with Mizzou; San Francisco 49er Justin Smith.

He was inducted into the Mizzou Athletic Hall of Fame this past week.

He's started 182 consecutive games in the pro's, which is currently 5th most among active players.

Keeping with the 49er's and Mizzou, Alden Smith had 50 total tackles this season.

The Hawkeye faithful have a couple Ravens to look out for....

Offensive Lineman Marshal Yanda was recently named Captain for the Ravens Super Bowl appearance.

Also, Safety Sean Considine, who has played for 5 different NFL teams, this one landing him a chance to play for a ring.

And last but not least, former Cyclone and current Raven, Kelechi Osemele.

He was drafted in the 2nd round last year and started all 16 games as a rookie.

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