Are athletes overpaid?

I strongly believe that in our society today, professional athletes are overpaid. I don't understand why they should be paid so much for just playing a sport. It makes me wonder if they truly love the game they play if they demand to be paid that much money. I think it is wrong to pay athletes more than our societies heros like our fire fighters, police men, and soldiers. Why should people risking there lives everyday be paid less than those who are enjoying themselves and playing the sport they love? Professional Athletes, in my opinion, should be paid a lot less, and that money should go to our societies heros who risk their lives. If athletes become upset and decide they don't want to play anymore, I say we should let them. I actually enjoy watching college sports over professional because I think they play with more passion and heart. And that is without being rewarded with money. They play it for the love of the game.