Adapted from “Crain &; Co.‚” May 1‚ 2024. Deion Sanders is catching heat once again because he told Xavier Smith‚ one of his now-former players‚ he needed to transfer during the off season. Smith didn’t transfer and then said Prime never gave him a chance during the spring. It’s time we get something straight. I haven’t heard anyone else discuss this‚ but it needs to be said: College football isn’t a daycare. College football is a very competitive and lucrative business. If a coach gives you a heads up that your best next action step is to transfer and you don’t‚ that’s on you. You don’t have a right to reps. Reps are earned. Screenshot. Twitter/X. Players wanted in the business‚ and they got their wish. In fact‚ players are getting even more than they asked for‚ and they (and young people in general) need to learn there are two sides to being in the business. You don’t always get your way‚ Marie Antoinette. You can’t have your cake and eat it too. Life isn’t fair. You can’t cry about wanting in the business‚ then cry because you don’t like the negative side of it. You can get paid to play now‚ even on top of a full ride scholarship. Not only that‚ if you are getting paid‚ you’re getting paid as an 18-year-old‚ so you’re open to criticism. If you don’t perform well‚ that’s the way the world works. If the high schooler who runs the cash register at the Chick-fil-A gets told they aren’t doing a good job‚ then the 18-year-old wide receiver who’s getting paid should be open to the exact same criticism. That’s life. And to be honest‚ it’s a pretty damn good life lesson for some of these young people. If your boss says you’re not going to get any hours due to poor performance‚ you should probably go find another job. It happens in every other walk of life because that’s the real world. WATCH: Crain &; Company on DailyWire+ It’s amazing that the 18-year-olds who stormed the beaches of Normandy during World War II didn’t complain nearly as much as this soft generation of individuals we have today. Child actors get their performances graded — and graded pretty harshly. I don’t see them moaning or complaining as much as some of these players today. We have to stop treating people who are entering adulthood and getting financially rewarded like little babies. It’s not good for them or society. Now‚ some would make the argument that not every player is getting paid‚ to which I would counter and say‚ that is the cost of your peers wanting in the business. Nobody is forcing you to play. If you don’t like it‚ then leave. That doesn’t mean anyone needs to be a jerk or criticize just for the fun of it. But acting like these 18-year-old and older players are beyond critique while getting paid is a practice in futility. It’s one of the reasons so many young adults have a warped view of the world; they never get told no‚ and they never get told they didn’t do a good job. Most coaches are going to defend their players at all costs — because they have to. They are with them every day‚ and that’s smart. But the best thing you can do for a young person is to tell them the truth. Do I always approve of the way Deion Sanders goes about it&;#63; Sometimes I don’t‚ but he isn’t wrong. Maybe if more people took those same steps‚ we wouldn’t have the situations we see today all over college campuses. So‚ you wanted in the business‚ and now‚ you’re in it. If you can’t handle the heat‚ then get out of the kitchen. As one of my favorite coaches used to say‚ “Go ahead and quit. I’m sure your mom will still love you.” * * * Jake Crain is co-host of “Crain &; Company.” the Daily Wire’s sports show hosted by former athletes and coaches: Jake Crain‚ Blain Crain‚ and David Cone. Follow him on Twitter @JakeCrain_ The views expressed in this piece are those of the author and do not necessarily represent those of The Daily Wire. 

As we all know‚ every single dog is special simply because they exist. That being said‚ Bella from Wisconsin is a particularly special pup. At 6 months old‚ her family surrendered her to the Wisconsin Humane Society. From the moment Bella arrived‚ folks at the shelter knew she was different. That’s because her right hind leg is wider than usual. Plus‚ she has nine toes on that foot alone. After an X-ray‚ they learned she actually has five legs&;#33; “They wanted to X-ray her and were shocked to discover on her X-rays that she basically has a mirror image of the bone structure in that leg‚” Angela Speed‚ vice president of marketing and communications at the shelter says. “And so she has two femurs‚ two tibias‚ two two fibulas and instead of four to five toes‚ Bella has nine.” YouTube This rare condition is called dimelia. You might think that it would greatly impact Bella’s mobility‚ but that hasn’t been the case so far. In fact‚ she’s incredibly active‚ always taking the chance to run. Her rambunctiousness is actually why her previous family gave her up‚ not because of her condition. A condition which‚ according to the shelter‚ is incredibly rare. YouTube Dog With Five Legs Looking For Her Forever Home at Wisconsin Animal Shelter “There’s only a few documented cases in veterinary literature of [dimelia] being found in dogs‚” Angela says. “It’s more primarily seen in cattle. It’s also a condition that humans can have as well. But in our 145 years of operation‚ this is definitely the first case of dimelia we’ve seen in a canine and it’s really blown us all away.” YouTube Now‚ this “unicorn of a dog‚” as Angela describes her‚ is available to be adopted — but she’s not the only one. Seventeen others are eagerly waiting to find their forever homes. They hope Bella’s story reminds folks that adopting an animal is a great option for those seeking a new friend. YouTube “We’re hoping that Bella’s story does shed a light on the fantastic animals who are available at animal shelters‚” she explains. “Across the country‚ shelters have been experiencing really high dog intake but slower dog adoptions and we’re feeling that same pressure right now so we’re hoping that this inspires people to consider adopting a shelter dog.” You can find the source of this story’s featured image here&;#33; The post “Unicorn Dog” With Five Legs Is Up For Adoption And Winning Hearts&;#33; appeared first on InspireMore.

Fishtopher the Sad Cat is about as adorable as they come. With big cheeks and a mopey little face‚ Fishtopher’s appearance is memorable — earning him extreme virality and‚ in the end‚ an amazing transformation. Fishtopher’s shelter put up a picture of him when he was in need of a furrever home‚ and boy did it garner a reaction. And rightfully so — he’s seriously cute. The next day‚ folks were lined up around the block to bring this handsome‚ sad sweetie home. This image is from TikTok. Since living at a furrever home‚ Fishtopher the Cat has had a complete transformation. He doesn’t look at all like the little sad baby he once was. Now‚ he’s got big eager eyes and a smile that can’t be missed. We couldn’t be more happy for Fishtopher’s story&;#33; What a sweet little boy&;#33; Fishtopher’s fans are beyond excited about this kitty’s change in demeanor. While we would’ve loved him regardless‚ we’re all happy to see Fishtopher so chipper. This image is from TikTok. “Violently sobbing over a sad cat being loved to a happy cat‚” commented one fan who was deeply touched by Fishtopher’s story. “All the cat stuff in the background of the second picture… sobbing‚” said one viewer who noted how wonderfully Fishtopher is being loved. He’s living the kitty dream‚ for sure&;#33; “Literally sobbing. I’m so happy for Fishtopher.” Fishtopher is a beautiful testament to the power of love. He was once a sad kitty and now he’s off to a joyful life‚ just because a human decided to choose love. We love that for you‚ Fishtopher&;#33; And if you’re in the market for a little friend‚ consider heading to your local shelter. Without a doubt‚ you’ll find your perfect pet there&;#33; The featured image for this post is from YouTube. The post Heartwarming: Fishtopher The Viral “Sad” Cat Is Completely Transformed When He’s Adopted appeared first on InspireMore.

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