Don't let Adam Sandler fool you. The job and responsibilities of an NFL waterboy might seem pretty straightforward, but they actually do more than ensure players stay hydrated during the course of a game or in training.

They're an essential part of every NFL team's training staff and there's only a handful of available jobs each year. So, it shouldn't come as much of a surprise that some teams pay their waterboys a starting salary of $53,000 a year, per Stack.

What exactly do NFL waterboys do?

Waterboys have existed in professional sports ever since the 1860s. We all know what their main task is, but waterboys are also responsible for filling up water bottles, handing out and disposing of towels, and making sure they don't get in the way of the players.

Basically, if you want to be a successful waterboy in the NFL or any professional sport, you need to be attentive and seem invisible to the players.

Is working as an NFL waterboy worth it?

Definitely! As a sports fan, who wouldn't want to rub elbows with their favorite players and have the best view of the game? What's more, NFL waterboys get a ton of perks, including free gear, traveling with the team, and hanging out with the players.

How do you become an NFL waterboy?

The requirements to become an NFL waterboy are nothing compared to any corporate job. In fact, all you need is a high school diploma. However, most teams do prefer to hire waterboys who have experience in high school or college, per NBC Sports. And if you have a physical therapy or athletic training degree, it will help increase your chances to rise through the ranks.

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To achieve your dream of becoming an NFL waterboy for the 2023 season, all you need to do is follow these simple steps:

  1. Visit the NFL's website.
  2. Scroll down until you reach the team logos.
  3. Click on “General & Media Info” and make another click on the Careers button.
  4. By now, you can discover any vacant waterboy position in the league.
  5. If you want to take it one step further and know which positions your favorite teams are offering, click through the “Jobs at NFL Clubs” button.