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NFL Players Are Using LinkedIn To Transition From Their Playing Careers

including current players in the National Football League. These athletes list their current and former employers—for example, quarterback Matt Hasselbeck listed the Indianapolis Colts, Seattle Seahawks, Tennessee Titans, and Green Bay Packers. New York Giants safety Cooper Taylor included his prior non-football related positions on his profile. Josh Brown, kicker for the New York Giants, also noted his off-season internship at Jones Lang LaSalle Inc. and uses his LinkedIn account to connect with real-estate clients.

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It may appear strange for professional athletes to be using LinkedIn while playing professionally in a league as valuable as the NFL, but it is incredibly wise for players to make strides towards their future endeavors prior to the conclusion of their careers.