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PHOTOS: Crowd Welcomes N.Y. Giant to Chatham

Fans from as far away as Albany, N.Y. come to meet Jason Pierre-Paul.

The crowd of more than 100 Wednesday evening wound its way from in downtown for the opportunity to meet, get an autograph and a photo with N.Y. Giants defensive end, Jason Pierre-Paul.

The line of fans stretched out the door of Legends, to the corner and down half the block on Main Street. People came from as far away as Albany, N.Y., and waited patiently for the chance to meet the Super Bowl champ.

Those waiting for their turn had assorted items for signature. for autographing.

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Other fans brought their own items for Pierre-Paul's signature. In one case, a fan brought a pair of game-worn football shoes that belonged to Pierre-Paul.

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