Professional male athletes in America tend to be idolized for their unique talent and their opportunities to make money. ... Seventy-eight percent of professional male athletes involved in the NFL declare bankruptcy after two years of retirement while sixty percent of NBA players go broke after five years of retirement. ...

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Until the late 1970's it was unheard of to hold a coach or owner liable for the actions of a player. Players were seen as grown adults with an intricate skill and knowledge of their sports. They know fully well what actions can and cannot be committed and act on their own accord when they act outsid...

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