Expert: Thom Brooks - 5/4/2010

Question
Hi Thom, I was a student athlete at Dixie State College in 2000-2001. Back then it was a JUCO and is now a four year school. I havent been back to school since that time, and I understand that I no longer qualify for a Division 1 program. My question is do I have any chance to play college football again, even at a lower division? I dont know what my chances are of playing in the NFL being that im 27, but I sure wouldnt free schooling as well as playing the sport I love.

Answer
Shane,hello!

I have attached the website of the NCAA, Eligibility Rules.  The college will look at the official answer for your 5 year clock.  They know the loopholes of how you may still have 2 years remaining.
I have known of 50 year old men that have gone back to school and played so no one knows how you are limited.  If you are a gifted athlete, you may be able to bypass college ball and get picked up by an NFL team.  Their scouts can advise if you would have an opportunity.


Shane, you need to pursue it or you will always have that regret of not having tried at all!


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