Tuck, a former defensive end in the NFL for 11 years — nine of those with the Giants — visited the department as part of a "home away from home"segment for The Players' Tribune, a digital media company that publishes content written by professional athletes.
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Tuck's visit to the Fire Department was a surprise. Department members had been told they were going to be given a football party with a surprise guest, said Christopher Ipek, deputy chief.Â