Hurdles before some touchdowns Crossword Clue

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Hint 1: Clue Definitions

HURDLES (noun)
1. a footrace in which contestants must negotiate a series of hurdles
BEFORE (adverb)
1. earlier in time; previously
2. at or in the front

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