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Today was the funeral for Sean Taylor. The Washington Redskins’ safety who was killed in his home last week. He was only 24 and left behind a 18 mo. old daughter. It is a weird feeling for Redskin fans like my family because it seems like we lost a member of our own family. We have been with the team for years, my father, my grandfather. We are still season ticket holders and to us the Redskins are a part of our extended Washington D.C. family. I’m glad they caught those who are responsible. Jealousy and violence are ugly things and I am sad to see another friend go.

But this tragedy has definitely shown the class and heart of the sports community and the Washington sports community as well. The memorials, the moment of silence, the 21s all mean a lot to us and I’m sure to Sean’s family. Rest in peace Sean Taylor.

Hail to the Redskins.