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\n

Jimmy Clausen<\/a>(notes)<\/a><\/span> and Tom Zbikowski<\/a>(notes)<\/a><\/span> (zuh-BOW\u2019-ski) both saw the NFL work
\nstoppage coming and were ready to fill the void in their schedules.<\/p>\n

Clausen, the Panthers quarterback, went back to college, seeking the 15
\ncredits he needs to graduate. Zbikowski, a safety for the Ravens, went back to
\nboxing\u2014yes, boxing.<\/p>\n

Since there\u2019s no telling when the NFL lockout will end, guys are finding all
\nsorts of ways to keep busy.<\/p>\n

Some are delving into existing business, projects and charities, such as
\nBills safety Jairus Byrd<\/a>(notes)<\/a><\/span> expanding a program to recognize random acts of
\nkindness.<\/p>\n

Others are cultivating new interests and activities, such as Steelers
\nreceiver Hines Ward<\/a>(notes)<\/a><\/span> \u201cDancing With The Stars\u201d and Bengals receiver Chad
\nOchocinco<\/a>(notes)<\/a><\/span> dabbling in pro soccer.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p>\n

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