Who does Pre-Employment testing apply to?

Pre-Employment testing applies to both rookies and veterans who are not currently under contract. The purpose of this testing is to evaluate players' physical and mental readiness to participate in professional football, ensuring that athletes meet certain health and fitness standards prior to signing any contracts.

Rookies, being new entrants to the league, undergo such evaluations to help teams assess their potential contributions. Similarly, veterans who are not currently under contract must also participate in these tests to provide teams with necessary insights into their current performance levels and readiness to play.

Players already under contract do not undergo pre-employment testing in the same context, as they have already been evaluated at some point when securing their contract. Additionally, while the testing may be encouraged for veterans with previous injuries to assess recovery, it is not a requirement for all veterans, making the emphasis on those without a current contract essential in understanding the context of pre-employment testing. Thus, the correct answer encompasses both categories of players relevant in determining their eligibility and fitness for professional play.