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

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.

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Year of publication:	2011
Authors:	Berri, David J. ; Simmons, Rob ; Van Gilder, Jennifer ; O'Neill, Lisle
Published in:	Economics Letters. - Elsevier, ISSN 0165-1765. - Vol. 111.2011, 3, p. 200-202
Publisher:	Elsevier
Subject:	Facial symmetry Salaries NFL quarterbacks

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Type of publication:	Article
Source:	RePEc - Research Papers in Economics

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