Indeed, athletic scholarships are a huge opportunity for many young men and women.  They may lead to a professional career, but only for about 1% of the recipients.  However, they can also lead to a college education, a degree and a better life 'after college athletics.'  We read about that 1% who turn pro.  We read about that 5 or so percent who "screw up", lose their scholarships and sometimes go to jail or prison.  Over my 46 years in the area Oregon has had its share in both categories.....great success stories and some very very sad tales... Marcus Mariota and Colt Lyeria times X.  We don't read about the 90% plus who play a sport they love, get a valuable education and move on after graduation to have a better life.  To me these young men and women are the real worth of college sports and the real story.  Gary Crum