Clearly western PA and eastern Ohio produce more athletes per capita than any other region in the entire country. Look at population counts before you answer. Can someone in FLA or texas or cal admit it? Pretty sure, despite the facts, that they can't. Media bias gives Ohio and PA so many hall of famers in the NFL, not talent, just ask anyone outside of PA and Ohio. Do some research, and get back to me.
2007-08-04 14:27:22 · 11 answers · asked by blibityblabity 7 in Sports ➔ Football (American)
Sorry, the question is what region, per capita, produces the best football players. I was anticipating all the homer answers.
2007-08-04 14:38:05 · update #1
good point and thanks for the information
2007-08-04 14:29:30 · answer #1 · answered by Michael M 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
according to the 2000 census report
Louisiana - 1 N.F.L. player per 58,802 people
South Carolina - 1 N.F.L. player per 83,584 people
Florida - 1 N.F.L. player per 89,287 people
Georgia - 1 N.F.L. player per 90,961 people
Texas - 1 N.F.L. player per 118,476 people
Virginia - 1 N.F.L. player per 144,460 people
Ohio - 1 N.F.L. player per 145,553 people
California - 1 N.F.L. player per 170,209 people
Michigan - 1 N.F.L. player per 198,769 people
Pennsylvania - 1 N.F.L. player per 211,742 people
Why the 2000 census? These players weren't born in 2000 -- they were born, for instance, between 1970 and 1990. We're talking about the states that "produce" the talent, right? Let's go back to when the players were actually "produced."
The average age of an NFL player is actually just about 26, so let's take the 1980 census, which solidifies Florida as the finest football-producing state.
Florida: 9,746,324 / 179 = 54,449
Louisiana: 4,205,900 / 76 = 55,341
Georgia: 5,463,105 / 90 = 60,701
South Carolina: 3,121,820 / 48 = 65,038
Texas: 14,229,191 / 176 = 80,848
Virginia: 5,346,818 / 49 = 109,119
California: 23,667,902 / 199 = 118,934
Ohio: 10,797,630 / 78 = 138,431
Michigan: 9,262,078 / 50 = 185,242
Pennsylvania: 11,863,895 / 58 = 204,550
You said look it up, but mostly what you find is opinions mostly texas, florida, or cali as the top 3. Hall of famers dont make a state any better than chamionships. Look back the last 20 years, what college has the mast championships? Is it Oh. or Pa.? Nope. Take a guess, I'd bet its one of those states you dont want to admit is better. (with alot of instate talent) Where did you get your info? many I looked up said Oh. and Pa. were ranked in the top 10 but not the top 3.
2007-08-04 22:49:06 · answer #2 · answered by lisha 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Here's a non-biased answer from rivals.com, which broke down all of the NFL players by state, per capita.
The surprise winner is: The District of Columbia. Among states, just behind D.C. is another surprise: Mississippi. They are followed by Louisiana, South Carolina, Hawaii, Florida, Georgia, Alabama, Texas, Nebraska, Iowa.
The story mentions that states with a large African-American population by percentage do well, at least at the top. I'm sure weather plays into it too.
The page also has a geographic map, and the area from Detroit to Pittsburgh does quite well. However, other parts of Pennsylvania bring the state's number down. Large parts of Ohio also are underrepresented.
2007-08-04 22:52:39 · answer #3 · answered by wdx2bb 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would say in terms of history you are absolutely right especially about Western Pennsylvania. These days, they are still on of the top producers but its harder to determine who are the best.
What makes a region the best? the most professionals, most Hall of Famers, most high school recruits?
Texas, Florida and even SoCal produce lots of talent, but its also from lots of people. This is almost an impossible question to answer.
2007-08-04 21:44:13 · answer #4 · answered by drunkbomber 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on how you define athlete. I will take a starting 22 from the state of Texas or Florida over a starting 22 from the area you defined in your question. Speed kills. Yes, I will admit it, I am an SEC homer, but I have history and NFL draft selections on my side, so I think that combats the questions inherent flaws and little 11 homerism. I hate UF, but it still is 41-14.
2007-08-05 01:45:58 · answer #5 · answered by Brad 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Funny I am seeing this question today, just last night for some reason I was curious what College team has the most current NFL players...I did not count them all, but from scanning thru, it looked as though Ohio State has the most. I was a bit suprised.
My Sooners have a lot too, but way short of Ohio State.
2007-08-04 21:44:34 · answer #6 · answered by Robert C 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hey you know what, it is true on this facts because i hearded before in one of the ESPN football show, but it's only in the NFL level only, not in the college level. But i guess the NFL is the only one that count right.
2007-08-04 21:34:42 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You might want to look to the South where FOOTBALL is king.....Maybe LA, MISS. or ALA. might just roll over Ohio and PA....I'm not a Homer, just a midwest Football Fan!!!
2007-08-05 00:21:40 · answer #8 · answered by Not Just A Pig Farmer 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you didn't ask a question. you made an idiotic statement...obviously you weren't one of the athletes...
2007-08-04 21:31:33 · answer #9 · answered by ryboyin 4 · 1⤊ 2⤋
wow. the key to life...
2007-08-04 21:31:26 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
that was really confusing
2007-08-05 02:46:44 · answer #11 · answered by Shaq Diesel 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋