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Anthony Firkser
For nearly 30 years, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers have been under the stewardship of the Glazer family (pictured, from left): Joel Glazer, Kevin Glazer, Edward Glazer, Avram Glazer, Darcie Glazer Kassewitz and Bryan Glazer). This year, the team defied all expectations in reaching the NFC Divisional Playoffs // Photo Courtesy of Tampa Bay Buccaneers
January 31, 2024, 10:18 am
Jewish NFL Owners, Players Leave Playoff Footprints
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers, owned by the Glazer family, and Detroit Lions tight end Anthony Firkser make their mark in this year’s NFL postseason.
By David Ostrowsky
An alum of The Maccabiah Games who grew up in an observant household in New Jersey, the Atlanta Falcons’ Anthony Firkser (No. 86) continues to teach teammates and opponents about Jewish culture and values. // Photo courtesy of Atlanta Falcons.
October 27, 2022, 10:30 am
Firkser Finds His Place Among Atlanta Falcons
Anthony Firkser actually didn’t even start playing until he was a sophomore in high school as his mother, Donna, initially shuddered at the thought of her son being on the receiving end of jarring hits.
By David Ostrowsky
It seemed only fitting that Max Fried, the winning pitcher of the 2021 World Series, is Jewish.
December 22, 2021, 4:04 pm
2021: Jewish Sports Year in Review
From the most Jewish World Series ever to beach volleyball gold, our guide to the year in sports.
By David Ostrowsky
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