You're not an NFL rookie? But the concepts are the same

Congratulations to all of the college graduates who walked across that stage this past weekend, and are crossing into that next stage of life.

For many, you will be going to off to jobs shortly and for many, it will be the first opportunity with "real" money. Chances are, you aren't getting multi-million dollar signing bonuses nor millions in salary. But probably will be a regular paycheck that is much larger than what you're used to.

Don't make these mistakes like an NFL rookie! Cars, clothes, a nice place to live, and going out with friends are all things that regular people do when you get a some money - and can easily kill your finances. Don't go crazy like these stories of players.

Though the pet tiger would be cool..

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/15452152/pet-tigers-bentleys-how-nfl-players-mess-money-start