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**Wetekemieluth** · 10-15-2007, 07:47 PM

Yeah, I suppose. I see where you're coming from. I guess it's a lot shorter than I thought. I guess when you factor in all the Johnny-come-latelies who make the roster for a year or two and then can't latch on anywhere else it puts things in perspective.

What then would qualify a former player for pension benefits and extended healthcare benefits?

Take a guy like Willie Wood who's practically a cripple. His pension doesn't even come close to paying for medical insurance. The NFL should definitely be paying for his medical care. It would be such a small amount of money to the NFL and would make a world of difference to the ex-players.

10-15-2007, 07:47 PM	#19
Wetekemieluth Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 380 Senior Member	Yeah, I suppose. I see where you're coming from. I guess it's a lot shorter than I thought. I guess when you factor in all the Johnny-come-latelies who make the roster for a year or two and then can't latch on anywhere else it puts things in perspective. What then would qualify a former player for pension benefits and extended healthcare benefits? Take a guy like Willie Wood who's practically a cripple. His pension doesn't even come close to paying for medical insurance. The NFL should definitely be paying for his medical care. It would be such a small amount of money to the NFL and would make a world of difference to the ex-players.
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