Are Professional Athletes Out of Control?

Like it or not, professional sports have become a major part of our society and athletes have become worldwide icons and superstars. Many of these players are literally worshiped by millions of people and are allowed to get away with things that the typical person would not be able to. In the cities where they play, these athletes are regularly given free meals at the nicest restaurants, open access to the best golf courses and social clubs, and VIP treatment at all nightclubs and bars. So it is no surprise that players have let their popularity get to their heads. When everyone around you treats you like a celebrity, you will begin to act like one. In recent years, there has been a disturbing trend of star players getting arrested for anything from drunk driving and drug possession to sexual assault and rape. This is the case for almost every major sports league in the world, particularly the National Football League.