Dan Lanning played outside linebacker and tight end at Richmond High School. (Courtesy of Trac Hendrix)

On the south side of Missouri Route 210 between Liberty and Richmond, a red and yellow mailbox with the logo of Kansas City’s NFL team offers a reminder that, even on the outskirts of this Midwestern city, its people find identity and belonging through sports.

Where it all began. and they were damn good too… @CoachDanLanning @CoachMinnick #GoDucks pic.twitter.com/kVftnwNxJf

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