re: Why not give the players a choice: scholly and benefits, or the cash equiv w/ no degree

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This doesn't really make sense. In pro sports, they get access to training, food, gym, etc., as part of their job benefits. Why would it be different?

That's like saying a guy working a factory job should have to bring his own tools and equipment.

If you're gonna say, "Treat it like a job," you have to treat it like a comparable job, not like some office gig.

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Not exactly. Not sure about NFL but MLB has Clubhouse dues, tickets, and other related items subtracted from their paychecks. So they are essentially paying for some of those "benefits".