The article discusses the phenomenon of father-son duos in sports, highlighting how many athletes have followed in their fathers' footsteps. It emphasizes rare instances, such as LeBron and Bronny James playing together in the NBA. The article details prominent father-son combinations, focusing on Chris and Kyle Long, who both had successful NFL careers, and their father's achievements. Additionally, it acknowledges power-hitting duos like Cecil and Prince Fielder in MLB history, showcasing the legacy continued across generations in professional sports.
Not many father-son duos get the opportunity to play together, though - like what LeBron and Bronny James did with the Los Angeles Lakers at the start of the 2024-25 season.
Long's eldest son, Chris, followed in his footsteps. The second overall pick in 2008, Chris Long had several solid seasons with the Rams before winning a Super Bowl title.
He and his father also became the first father-son duo to ever win a Super Bowl.
Cecil Fielder was an All-Star for the Tigers in the early 1990s after stints with the Blue Jays and in Japan.
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