Red Wilson, former Duke football head coach, dies at age 95
(01/11/21 6:28pm)
Former Duke football head coach Red Wilson died Friday at the age of 95, the team announced.
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Former Duke football head coach Red Wilson died Friday at the age of 95, the team announced.
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