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From Pop Warner pals to Pac-12 rivals, Mike Bercovici, Nelson Spruce remain tight

ESPN.com | October 13, 2015

Related Topics: Pacific-12 Conference, Defensive back, Glenn Scobey Warner, Bears–Packers rivalry, Pop Warner Little Scholars

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Mike Bercovici, left, and Nelson Spruce formed a bond while playing football together in elementary school.
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Whenever Arizona State quarterback Mike Bercovici hears people say “the Spruce is loose” in reference to Colorado wide receiver Nelson Spruce’s speed and ability to elude defensive backs, he has to smile.

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