We only got water at breaks and we didn't get salt pills. Modern athletic training has made things better and safer.
But the point remains the same: Many of today's athletes are babied through the high school years, by coaches but far more by parents and hangers-on, so to speak.
The speed, pace and intensity of the game goes way up in college. And TR give out a warning to those fortunate to stay in the game.
Congratulations, but you ain't seen nothing yet.
It's a warning well heeded.