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AJ McCarron Pursues Career, Tashawn Manning Overcomes Leukemia

7/21/2025

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AJ McCarron, the former Bengals quarterback, remains determined to continue his professional career after his last game with the St. Louis Battlehawks in June 2024. At 34, he passionately trains young athletes while pondering his next steps. In a contrasting story, Tashawn Manning was waived by the Bengals after two seasons, having bravely fought leukemia throughout his journey.

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Story summary

AJ McCarron, the former Bengals quarterback, remains determined to continue his professional career after his last game with the St. Louis Battlehawks in June 2024. At 34, he passionately trains young athletes while pondering his next steps. In a contrasting story, Tashawn Manning was waived by the Bengals after two seasons, having bravely fought leukemia throughout his journey.