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Watch: Clinton Portis Says He Used to Take a Hennessy Shot Before NFL Games

Clinton Portis rushed for nearly 10,000 yards during his nine-year NFL career. The two-time Pro Bowler rushed for 46 touchdowns during his seven-year stint in Washington.

But perhaps more impressive than any of his statistical feats, Portis played at a high level week in and week out after taking one pregame shot of Hennessy.

During Monday's episode of FS1's Fair Game With Kristine Leahy, Portis explained that he did so to help cope with pain throughout the season.

"I don't know a football player that's not in pain during the season, especially if you're a running back where I'm getting 25 and 30 carries a game," Portis said.