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Alabama legend and former Dallas Cowboys safety George Teague disappointed in denied Twitter verification

Social media is entertaining, but it can also be cruel and unusual.

Individuals and businesses that are well-known and have massive followings should have a blue check on Twitter to verify their accounts. George Teague is a legend in the Southeastern Conference, especially at the University of Alabama.

He is one of the greatest safeties to play for the Crimson Tide, leading its defense to an SEC Championship and a national championship over Miami in the 1992 season. Teague was an All-SEC and All-American performer in ’92 while his strip of Hurricanes’ wide receiver Lamar Thomas took Miami’s pride from it in a 34-13 beatdown in New Orleans, La.