Football Management
First Round Management's Football division represents top athletes in the NFL, UFL, CFL, XFL, and NCAA, providing full-service management for their careers. Our team offers expert contract negotiation, endorsement opportunities, draft preparation, and personalized career planning to help players succeed on and off the field. Whether navigating professional leagues or transitioning from college to pro, we provide tailored support at every stage. With a commitment to maximizing each athlete's potential, First Round Management ensures our football clients are positioned for long-term success in their sports careers.
The Team Behind Our Players
Football Management Services
Contract Negotiation
FRM negotiates player contracts on behalf of its clients, working to secure favorable terms and long-term financial security.
Endorsement Opportunities
The team connects athletes with endorsement and brand partnerships that build income and visibility beyond the field.
Draft Preparation
FRM prepares college prospects for the NFL Draft process, from combine training support to team interviews and draft day strategy.
Personalized Career Planning
Every client receives a tailored career roadmap built around their position, goals, and stage of their career.
College to Pro Transition Support
FRM guides athletes through the shift from college football to professional leagues, handling the business side so players can focus on the field.
Family Oriented Representation
FRM is built on transparency and long-term trust, supporting athletes from their first professional contract through every stage of their career.
Players Represented By FRM
Football Management FAQ
First Round Management's Football division is led by Ethan Locke in Football Operations, alongside Stan Dobard, Assistant Director of Football, Lawrence "JR" Bryant, Director of Community Affairs, and Shawn O Gorman, Director of NIL.
FRM represents football players competing in the NFL, UFL, CFL, XFL, and NCAA.
FRM handles contract negotiation, endorsement opportunities, draft preparation, personalized career planning, and support for the transition from college to professional football.
Yes. FRM supports NCAA athletes through NIL opportunities and draft preparation as they transition toward professional football.
Players interested in management can reach FRM directly at ops@firstroundmanagement.com to start a conversation with the team.
No. While FRM has a strong presence in the NFL, the agency also represents players competing in the UFL, CFL, XFL, and NCAA.
FRM combines hands-on football operations experience with a family oriented approach that prioritizes transparency and long-term athlete development, from the NIL stage through a full professional career.
Build Your Football Career With FRM
Every player's path through football looks different, whether it starts on a college campus working toward the draft or continues through years in the NFL. First Round Management brings the contract expertise, endorsement relationships, and career planning support to help football athletes succeed at every stage, on and off the field.
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