THE JOOK by Gary Phillips Pins In depth looks at the

In depth looks at the nature and rise of addiction

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from 1972 to 2005

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THE JOOK by Gary Phillips Pins In depth looks at theZelmont Raines has slid a long way since his ability to jook, to outmaneuver his opponents on the field, made him a Super Bowlwinning wide receiver, earning him lucrative endorsement deals and more than his share of female attention. But Zee hasnt always been good at saying no, so a series of missteps involving drugs, a paternity suit or two, legal entanglements, shaky investments, and recurring injuries have virtually sidelined his career. That is