The business side of the NFL can be brutal even for the most established veterans.
For undrafted players trying to make it in the league, it can be a rough experience.
Ben Boulware is the latest example.
Last week, the 49ers signed the linebacker to their practice squad. Figuring he had found a home with the 49ers, the former Clemson star had big plans for Tuesday. According to his Twitter feed, Boulware signed a lease on an expensive apartment at 10:34am this morning. At 11:52am, he picked up his mom and girlfriend from the airport.
It was looking like a really good day for Boulware, right?