What does it take to be a football player? Being a professional football player is hard work. Most players start when they're young. The best play college football and then go on to the National Football League (NFL). Once players become pros, they work to stay healthy and fit. They keep practicing their football skills too. They hope to one day win the Super Bowl. This book takes a look at what it's like to play pro football. You'll learn about: How players work their way up to the NFL How players get ready before games What players do off the field to stay in shape Go inside the sport and see what it's like to be a pro athlete!.