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Thursday, February 21, 2008

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NFL turns job fair into profits

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The National Football League's annual job fair, known as the scouting combine, gives prospects a chance to show their stuff. It's also turned into a revenue opportunity. Kai Ryssdal talks with business of sports commentator Ed Derse about the money behind the combine.

Man holds a football to be kicked. (Al Messerschmidt/Getty Images)

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