Football is business now. Make sure you're informed.

Navigating My Relationship with My Agent

Stefon Diggs | Wide Receiver, Buffalo Bills
Mark Levin | Director, Salary Cap and Agent Administration, NFLPA

This stage and all that comes with it is new. It’s important to have a strong team around you, including your agent. Knowing what to look for and how to begin the process of building a strong relationship are a must for success within the game and outside of it.

How to Better Manage My Money

Brandon Copeland | Linebacker, New England Patriots
Dana Shuler | Senior Director, Player Affairs, NFLPA

There are perks to no longer being a student-athlete -- the main one is that you are compensated for your time and efforts. Making sure you have useful tools and information on how to navigate this sudden change is the objective of this session.

Minding My Business and My Brand

Cam Jordan | Defensive End, New Orleans Saints
Brittany O’Hagan | Head of Athlete/Sports Talent Partnerships, Twitter

Financial gains from playing are great, but capitalizing on your brand off the field is just as nice. This session will capture innovative methods and ways to enhance your brand through social media. You are a “business,” man.

Coping Strategies to Help Manage My Stress

Doug Middleton | Safety, Jacksonville Jaguars
Dr. Amber Cargill | Director, Player Wellness, NFLPA

Preparation for what lies ahead is a must. As you continue the transition to the next stage, we don’t just want to identify new stressors, but also provide you with coping methods to utilize now and during your first year, helping you be the best versions of yourselves on and off the field.

Networking as an Athlete

Cam Lynch | Former NFL Player | CEO, Heart Work Media
Kelvin Beachum | Offensive Tackle, Arizona Cardinals

It is your network that will sustain you both while playing and long after you are done with the game. This session provides resources to take advantage of useful ways to establish and nurture professional relationships off the field.

What's Next?

Tarik Cohen | Running Back, Chicago Bears

From moments before the draft and free agency to the ins and outs of an initial NFL season, words from this Pro Bowler are sure to be right on time. This session provides thoughts and tips from one of the NFLPA Collegiate Bowl’s best alumni.