... lasts three to five years. A highly touted prep player may be out the door before he is finished decorating his locker, opting for NFL riches after honing his skills in college for the required three years.

On the other hand, an oft-injured second-team player, who may now be more equipped for a career as an athletic trainer than a football player, usually elicits cries from the public such as, “This guy’s been around forever!” or “I thought he was drafted last year.”

Given the high turnover rate, coaches cannot be overly patient in developing a quarterback or cornerback. There is a smaller window of time for players to prove themselves and perform to their highest potential before they are forced to either pursue professional...

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