Rising Sons
The names on the jerseys look familiar -- Sanders, Lewis, Griffey, Combs, Taylor -- and the moves on the field almost always give it away. They are the sons of famous athletes and entertainers.
It's never easy for these players to make a name for themselves on the field. The expectations can often be overwhelming. Fans expect every run to be a touchdown, every defensive play to be a pick or a sack. When the dads come to watch them, it can be a huge distraction as fans want autographs or pictures. They might be stars in the NFL or MLB or entertainment fields, but at the end of the day, they're still just dad to their son on the field.
While it takes hard work, several have managed to be more than just the son of the famous dad but prospects in their own right, and here's a look at several from the 2012 and '13 classes.
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