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Marshawn Lynch's love affair with Skittles dates back to his childhood (MGN) Marshawn Lynch's love affair with Skittles dates back to his childhood (MGN)

Fans watching the Seattle Seahawks Thursday night on NFL learned an interesting morsel about running back Marshawn Lynch: he likes Skittles. And now Skittles likes Marshawn.

According to an article from NY Daily News, hours after Lynch was seen munching on a bag of Skittles after scoring a touchdown against the Eagles, the company contacted him and offered him a free two-year supply of the candy and a handy, customized dispenser. You can't buy publicity like that!

Commentators on the broadcast pointed out Lynch's mother rewarded her son with Skittles when he scored touchdowns as a child. Now that he's a grown man she gives him a bag before every game.

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