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Case of Mistaken Ponzi Scheme Identity Confounds Former Ohio State Footballer Will Allen

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Imagine relaxing at home on a Monday evening after a hearty meal. It's a situation all American working people would love to know.

Such was the case of former Ohio State and NFL safety Will J. Allen last Monday.

However, when he checked his phone, he saw 10 messages informing him media outlets used his picture in stories about the Ponzi scheme conviction of former NFL cornerback Will D. Allen.

Here is one such example:

Last night @espn erroneously decided to use my likeness and image. In the process damaging the strong reputation and name I've built.