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Leaf

Leaf

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From can't miss future NFL star to incarcerated addict, former San Diego Charger Ryan Leaf shares insight into the choices and mistakes he made that changed his life forever.

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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Runtime

60 mins

Rating

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Release Date

11 June 2017

Country

United States of America

Cast

Ryan Leaf

Ryan Leaf

Tom Rinaldi

Tom Rinaldi

Rodney Harrison

Rodney Harrison

Marcia Leaf

Marcia Leaf

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