Boomer Esiason is one of the most famous sporting figures in Long Island history. He was a standout at East Islip High in both football and baseball and chose the gridiron in college where he starred at the University of Maryland. His career trajectory led him to the Super Bowl as a starting quarterback and a future as one of the most recognizable broadcasters in America today. He is also the founder of the Boomer Esiason Foundation, which leads the way in the fight against cystic fibrosis, a disease that hits close to home for Boomer since his son Gunner has suffered from this since he was born.

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