The Elephant in the room.....

C17-BING · 09-10-2010, 06:06 PM

There was a REALLY interesting article back in the 90's done by Sport Illustrated on "The Worth of Professional Athlete's" (I'll try and find it), but at the end of the day ... They aren't paid NEARLY what they bring in.

Personally, I understand the comments about policemen, firefighters, military etc. .... I'm in the Air Force, but that's a CHOICE I made (all of us did knowing what we'd be paid) ... Just like all of you made a choice to go to the Saints game (or any other sports venue) and feed the hungry cash cow ... Life is about CHOICES. I'm not implying that anyone here was *****ing, but it doesn't change the fact that you can't complain about the choices you made in life ... Last time I checked America was a free nation (thanks to Military people and GREAT American's) ... But, we all do what we do knowing that we won't get rich from it --- It's a duty that we gladly give.

In essence, these guys bring in MILLIONS of dollars and get paid a fraction of what they bring in, so who cares if they stick together -- they should. I would do it and so would you ...

homerj07 · 09-10-2010, 07:51 PM

Originally Posted by C17-BING

There was a REALLY interesting article back in the 90's done by Sport Illustrated on "The Worth of Professional Athlete's" (I'll try and find it), but at the end of the day ... They aren't paid NEARLY what they bring in.

Personally, I understand the comments about policemen, firefighters, military etc. .... I'm in the Air Force, but that's a CHOICE I made (all of us did knowing what we'd be paid) ... Just like all of you made a choice to go to the Saints game (or any other sports venue) and feed the hungry cash cow ... Life is about CHOICES. I'm not implying that anyone here was *****ing, but it doesn't change the fact that you can't complain about the choices you made in life ... Last time I checked America was a free nation (thanks to Military people and GREAT American's) ... But, we all do what we do knowing that we won't get rich from it --- It's a duty that we gladly give.

In essence, these guys bring in MILLIONS of dollars and get paid a fraction of what they bring in, so who cares if they stick together -- they should. I would do it and so would you ...

I don't buy that.

You protect our country - how much is that worth? (priceless I say)

I teach high school & have for 20 years - what is that worth?

Cops prtoect us, firemen save us & our stuff, nurses take care of us, doctors work on us, etc. etc.

Yes we do make choices. I am not teaching to make money. You aren't serving our country to become rich.....

BUT!!!!

Greed is greed. Yes the owners are absolute ck skers!!! But the players are greedy also.

If they both would be willing to REDUCE what they make & allow prices to go to a level that an everyday guy can more easily afford, talk to me then.

GREED is what is destroying this county. Simple & easy.

(sorry for the rant - I have not seen a raise or step increase in pay in 4 years. I can't strike, not in Florida)

God bless you though. I am amazngly thankful for people such as yourself who are willing to sacrifice all that you do!!

Saint_LB · 09-11-2010, 07:14 AM

Originally Posted by C17-BING

There was a REALLY interesting article back in the 90's done by Sport Illustrated on "The Worth of Professional Athlete's" (I'll try and find it), but at the end of the day ... They aren't paid NEARLY what they bring in.

Personally, I understand the comments about policemen, firefighters, military etc. .... I'm in the Air Force, but that's a CHOICE I made (all of us did knowing what we'd be paid) ... Just like all of you made a choice to go to the Saints game (or any other sports venue) and feed the hungry cash cow ... Life is about CHOICES. I'm not implying that anyone here was *****ing, but it doesn't change the fact that you can't complain about the choices you made in life ... Last time I checked America was a free nation (thanks to Military people and GREAT American's) ... But, we all do what we do knowing that we won't get rich from it --- It's a duty that we gladly give.

In essence, these guys bring in MILLIONS of dollars and get paid a fraction of what they bring in, so who cares if they stick together -- they should. I would do it and so would you ...

You mean all I had to do was choose to be an NFL QB and I coulda been one? I want a mully!

09-10-2010, 06:06 PM	#1
C17-BING 100th Post Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 231	There was a REALLY interesting article back in the 90's done by Sport Illustrated on "The Worth of Professional Athlete's" (I'll try and find it), but at the end of the day ... They aren't paid NEARLY what they bring in. Personally, I understand the comments about policemen, firefighters, military etc. .... I'm in the Air Force, but that's a CHOICE I made (all of us did knowing what we'd be paid) ... Just like all of you made a choice to go to the Saints game (or any other sports venue) and feed the hungry cash cow ... Life is about CHOICES. I'm not implying that anyone here was *****ing, but it doesn't change the fact that you can't complain about the choices you made in life ... Last time I checked America was a free nation (thanks to Military people and GREAT American's) ... But, we all do what we do knowing that we won't get rich from it --- It's a duty that we gladly give. In essence, these guys bring in MILLIONS of dollars and get paid a fraction of what they bring in, so who cares if they stick together -- they should. I would do it and so would you ...
C17-BING 100th Post Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 231

09-10-2010, 07:51 PM	#2
homerj07 In Doh We Trust Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Central Florida Posts: 7,027 Blog Entries: 16	Originally Posted by C17-BING There was a REALLY interesting article back in the 90's done by Sport Illustrated on "The Worth of Professional Athlete's" (I'll try and find it), but at the end of the day ... They aren't paid NEARLY what they bring in. Personally, I understand the comments about policemen, firefighters, military etc. .... I'm in the Air Force, but that's a CHOICE I made (all of us did knowing what we'd be paid) ... Just like all of you made a choice to go to the Saints game (or any other sports venue) and feed the hungry cash cow ... Life is about CHOICES. I'm not implying that anyone here was *****ing, but it doesn't change the fact that you can't complain about the choices you made in life ... Last time I checked America was a free nation (thanks to Military people and GREAT American's) ... But, we all do what we do knowing that we won't get rich from it --- It's a duty that we gladly give. In essence, these guys bring in MILLIONS of dollars and get paid a fraction of what they bring in, so who cares if they stick together -- they should. I would do it and so would you ... I don't buy that. You protect our country - how much is that worth? (priceless I say) I teach high school & have for 20 years - what is that worth? Cops prtoect us, firemen save us & our stuff, nurses take care of us, doctors work on us, etc. etc. Yes we do make choices. I am not teaching to make money. You aren't serving our country to become rich..... BUT!!!! Greed is greed. Yes the owners are absolute ck skers!!! But the players are greedy also. If they both would be willing to REDUCE what they make & allow prices to go to a level that an everyday guy can more easily afford, talk to me then. GREED is what is destroying this county. Simple & easy. (sorry for the rant - I have not seen a raise or step increase in pay in 4 years. I can't strike, not in Florida) God bless you though. I am amazngly thankful for people such as yourself who are willing to sacrifice all that you do!!
	I'll see you in Hell Candy Boys!!!

09-11-2010, 07:14 AM	#3
Saint_LB Deuce Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 2,894	Originally Posted by C17-BING There was a REALLY interesting article back in the 90's done by Sport Illustrated on "The Worth of Professional Athlete's" (I'll try and find it), but at the end of the day ... They aren't paid NEARLY what they bring in. Personally, I understand the comments about policemen, firefighters, military etc. .... I'm in the Air Force, but that's a CHOICE I made (all of us did knowing what we'd be paid) ... Just like all of you made a choice to go to the Saints game (or any other sports venue) and feed the hungry cash cow ... Life is about CHOICES. I'm not implying that anyone here was *****ing, but it doesn't change the fact that you can't complain about the choices you made in life ... Last time I checked America was a free nation (thanks to Military people and GREAT American's) ... But, we all do what we do knowing that we won't get rich from it --- It's a duty that we gladly give. In essence, these guys bring in MILLIONS of dollars and get paid a fraction of what they bring in, so who cares if they stick together -- they should. I would do it and so would you ... You mean all I had to do was choose to be an NFL QB and I coulda been one? I want a mully!
Saint_LB Deuce Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 2,894