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Roger Goodell, Charles Barkley donate to NFL kicker’s Congress campaign
By MITCHELL NORTHAM USA Today at Waco Tribune-Herald
· July 10, 2026
· 1 min read
Financial backing for Feely’s campaign includes high-profile sports figures and executives, such as NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, Robert Kraft, and Charles Barkley, signaling strong sports world investment.
Why this matters in The Waco
The influx of high-profile donations to Feely's campaign from sports figures like Roger Goodell and Charles Barkley brings a national spotlight to McLennan County's congressional race. As the community weighs its options for representation, the involvement of prominent sports executives and personalities may indicate a broader appeal of Feely's platform. The presence of donors like Robert Kraft, a well-known businessman and sports team owner, suggests that Feely's campaign is attracting attention from influential figures beyond Texas. This could potentially translate to increased resources and exposure for the campaign, allowing Feely to reach a wider audience in Waco and surrounding areas. As voters in McLennan County consider their choices, they may want to examine how Feely's connections to the sports world could impact his approach to representing local interests in Congress.
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Category: government ·
Published: July 10, 2026 ·
Source: Waco Tribune-Herald ·
Reading time: 1 min
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