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Yes, college football players are already professionals

In 1975, Walter Payton ran roughshod against the Steelers in the annual game that pitted a college all-star team against the defending NFL champions.

  • College football players have been unpaid professionals since 1975
  • Fifth year eligibility could compensate players fairly
  • ESPN's Rece Davis supports college players as professionals

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