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How to Choose the Right NFL Speaker for Your Event

For Americans, football is much more than a sport. It’s a way of life. Those who are truly passionate about the game know that it teaches both athletes and spectators that through hard work, anything is possible. It also conveys the importance of discipline and the value of getting back up when you’ve been knocked down, of leadership and teamwork and how anything is possible when everyone on a team is working towards a common goal.

Football players are excellent motivational speakers for these reasons. As dedicated professional athletes, they have faced adversity, pushed themselves beyond their limits and understand that success requires sacrifice.

Additionally, many of our NFL speakers have overcome challenges off the field as well. From the difficulty of balancing both a relationship and a career to the trials of parenting, finances, mental health and personal development, we can find and athlete to match the theme of your event for most any topic.

But before making your final decision, we recommend considering the following points when searching for a NFL motivational speaker for your next engagement:

The Speaker’s Background

Are you looking for a NFL speaker from a specific team or with ties to your state or community? Are you on the hunt for a football player motivational speaker who has experienced poverty to speak at your local homeless shelter fundraiser? Or an athlete that has a history of promoting the importance of education who can speak to your students?

At Sports Speakers 360, we are proud to offer the most extensive roster of NFL speakers of any sports talent booking agency. Thus, we can help you identify presenters who have the experience you are looking for— whether it’s professionally or personally.

The Speaker’s Availability

There are several factors to consider with regard to an athlete’s availability. The first is to remember that the more renowned a football motivational speaker is, the busier their schedule is likely to be. Also, a former NFL player motivational speaker will have a less demanding schedule than a player who is currently on a team. So, if you’re looking to hire one of our most recognized players, booking well in advance is key.

Another factor to be aware of is the flexibility in scheduling the date of your event. If the date of your engagement is set in stone, it may be more challenging to secure your first-choice athlete. However, if you are planning your event far enough in advance that you can opt between two or three potential dates, it will be easier for one of our NFL speakers to accommodate your schedule.

Lastly, it would be wise to contemplate how you can make your offer more appealing to your potential hire. Our NFL speakers are more likely to agree to a speaking opportunity if the price of travel, meals, and/or accommodations will be covered. Additionally, if your event benefits an organization or a particular group of people, communicating that information along with your goals may pique your chosen speaker’s interests.

The Speaker’s Strengths

It is important to remember that each NFL speaker has their own unique style and methods of presenting. Some of our current and former football player motivational speakers are great at commanding large audiences and energizing venues full of people while others prefer more intimate settings. Some are comfortable giving a keynote while others prefer a moderated interview format. Depending on your needs, we can help you select the perfect fit.

How Sports Speakers 360 Makes Hiring an NFL Speaker the Easiest Its Ever Been

One of the aspects that sets our sports talent booking agency apart from others in the industry is the longstanding, professional relationships we have with our NFL speakers.

As one of the leading speaker bureaus and sports talent agencies in the United States, we pride ourselves on providing effective and professional services and solutions to our clients. We work diligently to bridge the gap between both parties, going above and beyond to ensure a smooth and convenient hiring experience for all involved.

Furthermore, we have a fantastic team of speaking engagement coordinators who can assist you with the following:

  • Coordinating speaker arrival times and other scheduling needs
  • Contract negotiations
  • Speaker photo and bio
  • Logistical requirements (laptop for slideshow or video presentations, microphone preferences, directions to the venue, on-site contact information, security requirements, green room needs, etc.)
  • Identifying the ideal speaker for your special occasion

If you need assistance with duties other than those listed above, we encourage you to reach out to one of our friendly customer service representatives today. We are always happy to provide specialized assistance whenever possible.

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Barry Alvarez

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Barry Alvarez coached the University of Wisconsin football team for 16 seasons from 1990-2005. The winningest coach in school history, he led the Badgers to three Rose Bowl wins. 

Barry Sanders

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$30,001 - $50,000

Barry Sanders is a Hall of Fame running back who played for the Detroit Lions from 1989-1998. While playing collegiately at Oklahoma State, he won the 1988 Heisman Trophy. 

Barry Switzer

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Barry Switzer is a retired football coach who led the University of Oklahoma and Dallas Cowboys. He is one of three coaches to win both an NCAA national championship and Super Bowl. 

Beanie Wells

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Beanie Wells is a former running back who played collegiately at Ohio State and in the NFL for the Arizona Cardinals. He was a first-team All-Big 10 pick his sophomore year in college. 

Ben Leber

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Ben Leber played linebacker in the NFL from 2002 - 2011, primarily for the San Diego Chargers and Minnesota Vikings. 

Ben Roethlisberger

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Quarterback Ben Roethlisberger has played for the Pittsburgh Steelers since 2004 and has led the team to two Super Bowl titles. He is a six-time Pro Bowler and holds numerous franchise records. 

Benjamin Watson

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Benjamin Watson played tight end in the NFL from 2004-2019 primarily for the New England Patriots and New Orleans Saints. He was a finalist in 2018 for the Walter Payton Man of the Year Award. 

Bernie Kosar

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Retired quarterback Bernie Kosar is one of the most popular Cleveland players ever and played for the Browns from 1985-1993. 

Bill Bates

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Bill Bates played his entire 15-year career for the NFL's Dallas Cowboys. He played in two Super Bowls and was the first player in league history to be named to the Pro Bowl for special teams play. 

Bill Cowher

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Bill Cowher led the Pittsburgh Steelers to eight division titles and one Super Bowl championship in his 15 seasons as head coach. He currently serves as a NFL analyst for CBS Sports. 

Bill O'Brien

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Bill O'Brien has served as the head coach of the NFL's Houston Texans since 2014. Prior to the Texans, he was head coach at Penn State. 

Bill Parcells

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Hall of Famer Bill Parcells served as head coach of the New York Giants, Dallas Cowboys, New York Jets and New England Patriots. He won two Super Bowl titles with the Giants. 

Bill Romanowski

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Bill Romanowski is a retired NFL linebacker who played from 1988-2003 and enjoyed much of his success with the San Francisco 49ers and Denver Broncos. He won two Super Bowls with each team. 

Bill Snyder

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Bill Snyder spent 27 seasons as the head football coach at Kansas State. He won more games than any football coach in school history and became a member of the College Football Hall of Fame in 2015. 

Billy Sims

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The 1978 Heisman Trophy winner out of Oklahoma, running back Billy Sims went onto play for the Detroit Lions from 1980-1984 and was a three-time Pro Bowl selection. 

Blaine Bishop

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Blaine Bishop competed at safety in the National Football League from 1993-2002, mostly with the Houston Oilers/Tennessee Titans. He was a four-time Pro Bowl selection. 

Bo Jackson

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Bo Jackson is a retired football & baseball star. He was the first athlete to be named an All-Star in two major sports. He also won the Heisman Trophy at Auburn in 1985. 

Bob Griese

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Hall of Fame quarterback Bob Griese led the Miami Dolphins to two Super Bowl titles and was a six-time Pro Bowl selection during his time with the team from 1967-1980. 

Bob Lilly

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Hall of Fame defensive tackle Bob Lilly played for the Dallas Cowboys from 1961-1974. Known as "Mr. Cowboy", Lilly was named to the Pro Bowl 11 times and helped Dallas to a win in Super Bowl VI. 

Bob Stoops

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Bob Stoops served as the head football coach at the University of Oklahoma from 1999-2016. He led the Sooners to the 2000 national title and is the winningest coach in program history. 

Bobby Carpenter

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Bobby Carpenter played linebacker at Ohio State from 2002-2005. He was a member of the Buckeyes team that won the 2002 BCS National Championship and was a two-time second team All Big 10 pick. 

Bobby Hebert

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Bobby Hebert played quarterback for the NFL's New Orleans Saints from 1985-1992 and Atlanta Falcons from 1993-1996. He became a member of the Saints Hall of Fame in 1999. 

Boomer Esiason

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$20,001 - $30,000

Boomer Esiason spent all but one year of his NFL career playing quarterback for the Cincinnati Bengals and NY Jets. He currently serves as a radio host and analyst for CBS on "The NFL Today". 

Brad Johnson

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Quarterback Brad Johnson played in the NFL for 17 seasons, primarily for the Minnesota Vikings (1992-1998, 2005-2006) and Tampa Bay Buccaneers (2001-2004). He won a Super Bowl with Tampa Bay. 

Brady Quinn

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Brady Quinn played quarterback at Notre Dame and was a Heisman Trophy finalist in 2006. He was a first round pick in the NFL by the Cleveland Browns in 2007.