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What Does It Take To Feed A Pro Football Team?

As we get closer to the start of another NFL season, all 32 teams are working hard to make sure their players are in peak physical condition. That includes providing…

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As we get closer to the start of another NFL season, all 32 teams are working hard to make sure their players are in peak physical condition. That includes providing them with good food and plenty of it.

There's a lot that goes into feeding a football team, but it's not just about putting huge quantities of food on the table. Although, that's certainly part of it. Those guys can eat!

NFL franchises invest a lot of money to ensure that the meals their players put into their bodies are nutritionally sound. Over time, that has led to teams building state of the art food preparation facilities and hiring top-notch chefs. It's very impressive.

The video below shows how the Washington Redskins go about the business of feeding their players. They even make their own pasta from scratch!

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