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CURSED AND BLESSED

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Tom Benson's Desire

This chapter discusses Tom Benson's desire for a new stadium to replace the Superdome, which was damaged during Hurricane Katrina. It recounts a confrontation between Benson and reporters, as well as an incident where he swiped at a news camera. A fan heckled Benson, prompting him to express his fear for his safety in Baton Rouge. The chapter also mentions the creation and sale of T-shirts expressing anger towards Benson. Ultimately, after quiet conversations and growing rebuilding momentum, Benson decides to stay and the chapter ends with a phone call from Roger Goodell.

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