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Published: January 27, 2008
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Wes Welker's family recalls hard work, heartache and what it took for him to reach the top
Wes Welker's family recalls hard work, heartache and what it took for him to reach the top
When he got the big news, Wes Welker was on his knees — grouting ceramic tile.
His brother had enlisted help after buying a house in need of remodeling. While helping his father with kitchen tile one day last winter, Welker's cell phone rang. The Oklahoma City native looked squarely at his dad when he hung up.
"That was my agent,” Welker said, "and New England has made me their No. 1 priority to secure m...
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