The Intensity of Football

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I don't think fans have any understanding of what it's like to be a professional football player. I always look at the players after the game that hug each other from each side. There's probably a camaraderie when you do get together because you all been through something together. That is somewhat unique to each of you. So I do think, but sports is sports probably fast forwards it.

After nearly 12 years as general manager for the L.A. Rams, Les Snead has learned the power of humility when it comes to making big decisions--who to draft, who to hire as head coach, and how to create a shared vision for his team. Listen as he and EconTalk's Russ Roberts discuss what it's like to manage a professional football team along with the intense pressures that come with the territory. An episode for every fan who has played Monday-morning quarterback, and all of us who wonder how those who play for high stakes survive and thrive.