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Business savvy Russell Okung bets on himself by brokering own deal

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — On the football field, Russell Okung is a top-notch offensive lineman. In the field of business, he wants to reach that status, too.

That’s why he’s investing heavily these days in technology companies, his foundation and himself.

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Okung served as his own agent in negotiating a free agent deal with the Denver Broncos in March after anchoring Seattle’s O-line. He’ll make $5 million this season, and the deal also includes an opt-out clause after the season before the rest of the contract — four years, $48 million — kicks in.