Technology: A big part of a player’s life off the field

Technology is a major part in a football player’s life and career. One type of technology which is used by every player in the NFL is Music. Music helps players to get pumped up before a game and allows them to think about the way they played after the game peacefully. According to an article called Music In Sport and Exercise, the author talks about how players can get pumped up before and after a hard fought game. The author also  states the following, “In the hotbed of competition, where athletes are often very closely matched in ability, music has the potential to elicit a small but significant effect on performance”. It also states, ”Music can influence preparation and competitive performances: dissociation, arousal regulation, synchronization, acquisition of motor skills, and attainment of flow. This shows that Music plays a big role in the way a player is hyped and pumped up before a game.

                 Browns QB Johnny Manziel Listening to music before a game            

                                              

Analysis: I think that music has affected football players on the field in a positive way. It helps the players get the best performance out of themselves. We can notice that the players don’t get tired during pregame warmups. I feel like Music energizes a player. It also can motivate a player to try hard and win.