Second Contract Players
Congratulations! Not only have you made it to the NFL you have made it in the NFL. By now you have likely made many mistakes both on and off the field. Don’t worry, mistakes are part of life. They are also an excellent starting point for improvement.
By now you may have noticed that the personality traits which you posses that make you a great athlete are the same traits that can lead you to financial ruin. Unlike playing football which requires you to think and act at lightning speed, decisions you make regarding your money should always be slow and deliberately thought out.
As a second contract player, you are entering into a new chapter of your life. You can learn from your past mistakes and prepare for a better future both on and off the field. As stated in the rookie section of this website, it is important that you educate yourself so you can avoid as many mistakes as possible. Once you make a mistake, it is important that you learn from it.
and a lot of that comes from bad judgment.”
Again, we’re here to help you. But before we can help you, you have to want to help yourself. Below is a handbook to help you get started. You may download a free copy or complete the form below to have a free handbook sent to you. We recommend that you read (or re-read) our rookie handbook too. You can download or request a copy from the Rookies section of our website.
