On the other hand, most violent criminals do not exercise. Most do not even work other than stealing from those who do. While there are exceptions, most are not prepared for physical conflicts. Before being allowed to take the field and be knocked down, the football player must undergo a complete physical examination by a doctor. On the other hand, most criminals only see a doctor when another criminal shoots or stabs them, or as they drive off after stealing the doctor s car.
Football players wear state of the art helmets, padding and other protective equipment.
Football players play on extremely controlled, grassy surfaces, especially designed for the safe play of the game. It has boundaries, and is free of obstructions. When subduing criminals there are no boundaries. The surfaces range from stairways to fields, to glass littered alleys, to living room floors. Often these areas are cluttered with everything from tables, to broken down appliances, to cars.