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Devonta Freeman survives tough upbringing and emerges as Atlanta Falcons' star

Florida State product grew up in downtown Miami

Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman breaks a tackle attempt by Texans safety Quintin Demps on his way to the end zone for his second touchdown of the day during the second quarter on Oct. 4 in Atlanta. - photo by Curtis Compton

1014Freeman — Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman breaks a tackle attempt by Texans safety Quintin Demps on his way to the end zone for his second touchdown of the day during the second quarter on Oct. 4 in Atlanta. - photo by Curtis Compton

Devonta Freeman stops by his locker, but not for long. He hurriedly pulls on his No. 24 jersey, then hustles off to the weight room to get in a few more lifts before practice.For Freeman, there’s always a little more that can be done.

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