[jayasena]

I wouldn't be surprised if a lot of employers view football (or any team sport) as being at least as good, if not better, at developing some of the key workplace skills. Demonstrated teamwork, communication skills, time management etc. are more important in a new college hire with a bachelor's than the subject matter experience of an internship or two in many cases. And anyone who puts in extra time in the weight room or practices (resulting in not enough time for internships) shows dedication and self-motivation.

I'm not saying that real work experience doesn't add value but it's likely not as bad as it may seem on the surface for football players.

[jayasena]

I wouldn't be surprised if a lot of employers view football (or any team sport) as being at least as good, if not better, at developing some of the key workplace skills. Demonstrated teamwork, communication skills, time management etc. are more important in a new college hire with a bachelor's than the subject matter experience of an internship or two in many cases. And anyone who puts in extra time in the weight room or practices (resulting in not enough time for internships) shows dedication and self-motivation.

I'm not saying that real work experience doesn't add value but it's likely not as bad as it may seem on the surface for football players.