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In my experience, so far, yes. But I also don't play in the NFL. I think it depends. You won't ever be quite as strong, at least in the ability to move external weight as a weight lifter, but you're also less likely to have significant injuries or go under the knife in the future.
NFL players are typically the epitome of strength and speed, but they don't seem to last that long.