Few things can inspire life-driving thoughts and dreams, especially in the minds of the young, as sports. To see fellow human beings perform great feats of athletic and mental achievement that warrant such praise and adoration…that can have such an impact on a young and impressionable mind. Thus, it drives many a kid to say “I want to be a football player when I grow up”.
However, there is a harsh reality where pro football is concerned. For all the young kids that want to emulate their heroes, very, very few actually ever make it to the NFL as a potential player.