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Michael Irvin vs. The Number 88 Scam | Dallas Cowboys News
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- Sep 5, 2026
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- 118
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Summary
Michael Irvin, fresh off a massive rookie contract, thought his career was over when FBI agents showed up at practice—only to discover they were hunting a con artist impersonating him in a fake 88 jersey and replica ring, swindling women in Dallas. The scammer’s bold move turned Irvin into an unwitting victim of identity theft, with strangers demanding money he didn’t owe. After the feds cleared him, Irvin laughed about the absurdity—even joking he missed a chance to help catch the faker. It’s a wild reminder that fame can be hijacked, and even legends face unexpected curveballs early in their rise. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/7b2f0a6715e530ad