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Passing on basketball lifts Lewis

By Troy Schulte

Posted: August 7, 2012 at 3:26 a.m.

Arkansas defensive end Brandon Lewis, a two-sport athlete in high school, decided to concentrate on football on the advice of his coach.

By Michael Woods
Credit: NWA Media
 Arkansas defensive end Brandon Lewis, a two-sport athlete in high school, decided to concentrate on football on the advice of his coach.

It took time for Brandon Lewis to decide that his future in football was brighter than one he could pursue in basketball.

Brandon Lewis highlights

Highlights of Arkansas freshman defensive lineman Brandon Lewis. (By Armarcus Sutton)
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Sports, Pages 17 on 08/07/2012

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