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From locker rooms to Congress: Jay Feely latest athlete seeking to take lessons in leadership to Capitol Hill

Former NFL kicker Jay Feely, R-Ariz., celebrates his congressional primary win, setting up a unique general election battle against Democrat Dr. Amish Shah, his former New York Jets team doctor. Feely outlines their fundamental political differences, criticizing Shah's support for single-payer healthcare, abolishing capitalism, and the Green New Deal. Former NFL placekicker Jay Feely is the latest professional athlete poised to transition to a congressional career, where leadership, performing under pressure and handling public scrutiny are essential in both arenas. Fox News Digital reached out to Feely, who spent time with the New York Giants and Arizona Cardinals before becoming an "NFL on CBS" commentator, for his take on why professional sports prepared him for public life as he seeks the seat of retiring Rep. David Schweikert, R-Ariz. "Especiall

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From locker rooms to Congress: Jay Feely latest athlete seeking to take lessons in leadership to Capitol Hill

Former NFL kicker Jay Feely, R-Ariz., celebrates his congressional primary win, setting up a unique general election battle against Democrat Dr. Amish Shah, his former New York Jets team doctor. Feely outlines their fundamental political…

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From locker rooms to Congress: Jay Feely latest athlete seeking to take lessons in leadership to Capitol Hill

Former NFL kicker Jay Feely, R-Ariz., celebrates his congressional primary win, setting up a unique general election battle against Democrat Dr. Amish Shah, his former New York Jets team doctor. Feely outlines their…

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