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I’ve searched on the internet and didn’t find a conclusive answer. I’ll ask here since the quality of engagement is so much better.
What are those thin, long, towel-like, tail-like pieces of fabric that so many players have hanging off their backside? It doesn’t actually look like a towel, but I’m at a loss for what it is
They are towels
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Really? Why are they so long?
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I imagine just so they don't have to keep tucking them into their pants and I'm sure the play clock plays a role in that.
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