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Originally Posted by kork13
But that doesn't answer why it happens... I mean, why would a team want to pay somebody millions to play? what do players provide that is worth paying that much for? (besides advertising value? or is that probably it?)
I did just think of one, actually, that at least validates a higher-than-most-jobs salary.... Pro athletes (esp. football players) subject their bodies to a great deal of punishment... not just spraining ankles, but breaking bones, tearing ligaments, getting concussions, etc. First you need to be able to pay for treatment, then also there's the risk that a serious injury (back injuries particularly) could not only end your sports career in an instant, but also prevent you from working for a while.
Still, it seems a bit excessive....
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I've wondered the same thing, where does all that money come from to pay the players and the owners. One thing I'm sure of is that it is coming from us in the end. We buy the products they endorse.(I personally do not buy Nike just so I can say: they're not getting it from me) I'm sure Nike is a good company, but high adds costs has to be involved.