What does it mean to find the face of the franchise? Physical attractiveness and the evaluation of athletic performance

David Berri, Rob Simmons, Jennifer Van Gilder and Lisle O'Neill

Economics Letters, 2011, vol. 111, issue 3, 200-202

Abstract: We show that attractiveness, as measured by facial symmetry, leads to greater rewards in professional sports. National Football League quarterbacks who are more attractive are paid greater salaries and this premium persists after controlling for player performance.

Keywords: Facial; symmetry; Salaries; NFL; quarterbacks (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2011
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