Updated: Oct. 22, 2020
Originally Published: Sep. 24, 2015
Let’s face it—your child is not headed to the NFL. I know you believe he’s destined for greatness, and while I don’t want to shatter your dreams, the reality is that the odds are not in your favor. After some thorough research, here’s what I’ve discovered: More than a million kids participate in high school football. Out of that pool, around 80,000 will advance to play at the collegiate level, and of those, only 1 in 325 will be drafted into the NFL. To put it simply, roughly 250 kids get the chance to pursue a professional football career. The statistics speak for themselves.
Now, if you think about it, the chances of two kids from the same town on the same youth football team both making it to the NFL is practically nonexistent. So how do I know your kid isn’t going pro? Well, he’s on the same team as my child, who, let’s be honest, is pretty exceptional. It’s clear that my talented and well-mannered kid is the one with a shot at the big leagues. There’s no way both can go pro, right? But don’t take it too hard—this is actually great news for you! Instead of getting lost in dreams of your child’s “future professional football career,” you can kick back and just enjoy the game for the love of it. You’re welcome.
Why My Little Star is NFL-Bound
Now, let’s get into why I’m convinced my little star is NFL-bound. First and foremost, he’s absolutely adorable. Just look at the likes of Patrick Mahomes or Aaron Rodgers; they were all cute kids who grew into charming athletes. So, based on sheer cuteness alone, my little champ is practically a lock for success.
Not to mention, his throwing skills are phenomenal. He’s got a powerful arm and can throw the football with impressive accuracy. Just the other day, he yelled, “Heads up!” and threw the ball right at me—I didn’t react quickly enough and got walloped. It was a proud moment, let me tell you! His throws spiral perfectly, nearly every time. You might think your kid has a good arm too, but let’s be real… not like mine.
He’s also a fantastic catcher, a solid kicker, and a speedy runner. If he could just pick up the pace a bit, I’m convinced he could throw the ball to himself! The only reason he’s not in every play is that the coaches want to spare the other kids from feeling overshadowed by his skills. Kudos to the coaches for that approach—it shows they’re on the same page as me.
Now, onto another telltale sign of his potential: he’s always thinking about football. Well, except when he’s distracted by Minecraft or figuring out how to avoid his homework. Or food, riding his bike, and watching funny videos on YouTube. But aside from those distractions, I’m sure football is on his mind. He says otherwise, but kids are known for their selective honesty, right?
I’m not trying to say my child is better than yours, as I haven’t paid attention to your kid. But I’m fairly confident my son is extraordinary. If you watched him, there’s a good chance you’d agree. I mean, he is my pride and joy, after all!
And honestly, it’s a little unsettling if you think your own child is the best thing since sliced bread. Really? Let’s keep it in perspective here.
Further Reading
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Summary
While the dreams of your child playing professional football may be tempting, the reality is that the odds are overwhelmingly against it. Statistics show only a small fraction of youth football players move on to the NFL. Instead of fixating on a pro career, enjoy the beautiful game for what it is—a chance for kids to play, learn, and grow.
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