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Let's get real with college athletes about their chances of going pro

  • Written by Angela Farmer, Assistant Clinical Professor, Mississippi State University
While most college football players believe they have a good shot at going pro, very few do.David J. Phillip/AP

When the NFL draft takes place, it will represent a professional dream come true for the 224 college football players who get picked.

For most players, however, going pro will never be more than a fantasy. Fewer than 2% of college...

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