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Kordell Stewart says a rumor was meant to ‘destroy’ him. Now he’s confronting it

Maria Chen
Maria Chen
Maria Chen
Reporter · Decatur, IL

With a degree in Community Development from the University of Illinois, Maria has dedicated her 4 years of reporting to local grassroots movements and community engagement. Previously at the Champaign-Urbana News-Gazette, she brings a deep knowledge of local cultures and neighborhoods.

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Reporter · Friday, October 30, 2026 at 8:30 PM · 1 min read
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Kordell Stewart says a rumor was meant to ‘destroy’ him. Now he’s confronting it — Decatur Community news

Former NFL quarterback Kordell Stewart remembers the moment vividly. It was a Tuesday night, Nov. 3, 1998. He was watching a movie in his basement when his house phone rang.

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