NASHVILLE, Tenn. - It's the annual game that brings out the barbecue grills, fish fries, and fellowship. It's a community revival of sorts and a North Nashville family reunion wrapped into one – the John Merritt Classic. Though it brings thousands from across the city and region to Tennessee State University, it all started years ago with one man – John Merritt, the coach who took Tennessee State to its highest level of football in the program's history.
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