# He Was The NFL's Best Player, Then He Disappeared

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Published: 2026-06-15T15:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

A look back at the legend of Barry Sanders, and why one of the NFL's all time greats left the game in his prime. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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