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NFL Stars Rally Support for Victims of New Orleans Terror Attack

Antonio Brown and Cam Jordan lead fundraising efforts for families affected by the New Year's Day tragedy that claimed 15 lives on Bourbon Street.

  • A terrorist attack in New Orleans on New Year's Day left 15 dead and dozens injured when a truck was driven into crowds on Bourbon Street.
  • The suspect, Shamsud-Din Jabbar, was killed in a firefight with police and is believed to have been inspired by ISIS.
  • Former NFL player Antonio Brown launched a GoFundMe campaign to raise money for the families of the victims, pledging to divide all funds equally among the 15 families.
  • New Orleans Saints defensive end Cam Jordan donated $25,000 to a relief fund established by the Greater New Orleans Foundation and the city.
  • The Sugar Bowl, originally scheduled for January 1, was postponed to January 2 at the Caesars Superdome due to the attack.
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