Life after football

How many of these players were steroid users?

I thought this an amazing series of articles. I knew linemen and running backs were liable to suffer serious leg injuries but I was astounded at the non-leg injuries. The article that was most interesting to me was the team doctor/team relationship. I didn't know MDs paid to do the job. Also, I thought their oath would prevent ignoring such serious injuries. Congratulations to Mr. Bishop.

You should win a national award for this important series about the sad behind-the-scenes realities NFL of the health toll that few longtime NFL players are exempt from.

The article about life after football was very interesting. I always wondered how the non-star coped after an unrealistic and time limited profession. For the most part, football players have personalities though. I always wonder how these pro basketball players deal. For the most part their personalities are non existent and they have been coddled their entire life. Talk about a dysfunctional transition!

I thought this series was very thought-provoking and myth-busting. I think the at-large public largely holds the view that all pro-athletes have a charmed life on the field and in retirement. Maybe that's the reason for the public's lack of pity. I have come to learn (in my own life as well) that there is always a cost when choosing the life of a "gladiator." Peeling the layers back, and exposing the sometimes harsh reality, is healthy and promotes a proper perspective regarding sports, especially at the professional level.