Rookies Jeremy Sprinkle and Tyler Catalina share their experiences about transitioning from a college workout regimen to the independence and self-motivation needed for NFL training.
When a player is drafted or signed to an NFL roster, a lot of attention is paid to how his playing style will translate to the big stage. For quarterback prospects, a strong pocket presence is always coveted; for running backs, scouts like someone who can run between the tackles, and so on.
What can sometimes get lost in the shuffle for these rookies are the significant lifestyle changes that they must undergo when transitioning from a college setting to a professional one.