The NFL's Chain Crews are Integral to the Game

Why the "chain gang" has stuck around for so long

Move the chains is an expression heard all the time when it comes to NFL games. It is also something that is literally done by NFL chain crews each game, and has been for a long time. Sports Illustrated host Robin Lundberg talked with chain crew member Jennifer Hein about why chain gangs have been such an integral part of football for so long, what goes into the job, and some of the dangers that are faced on the sideline.

NFL chain gang crew for Washington Football Team
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