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I agree most D1 players put in a lot of extra hours. I also by Irishdog80

know a lot of students put in a lot of time especially if they are striving for med or law school or other demanding graduate program or a high paying job right out of school. Notre Dame has 20 varsity level sports. Are you saying all of the athletes are working harder than any other student on campus and putting in full time hours year round? My point has always been that those on full scholarship are handsomely compensated for their time and commitment and that only some deserve more due to their results on the field. Nothing more.