which is the hardest football-related gig to break into

[Silver King]

"Thanks to my solid academic training, today I can write hundreds of words on virtually any topic without possessing a shred of information which is how I got a good job in journalism." ~ Dave Barry

 

[Cane Dynasty]

Toughest gig to get in modern football is ball deflator for the Patriots.

 

[SayWhat]

Broadcasting, that's the answer. Lots of coaches, players, and journalists. Broadcasters are the fewest in number by far.