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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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Calvin Johnson

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Hall of Fame wide receiver Calvin Johnson was arguably the most dominating wide receiver during his time in the NFL with the Detroit Lions from 2007-2015. He was a six-time Pro Bowler and three-time first-team All-Pro. 

Carl Banks

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Carl Banks played linebacker for the New York Giants from 1984-1992 and was part of the famed "Big Blue Wrecking Crew" defense. He won two Super Bowls and is member of the Giants Ring of Honor. 

Carl Eller

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A six-time Pro Bowl defensive end, Carl Eller played for the Minnesota Vikings from 1964 - 78. He was elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2004 and is a member of the Vikings Ring of Honor. 

Carson Palmer

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Carson Palmer spent 15 seasons playing quarterback in the NFL for the Arizona Cardinals, Cincinnati Bengals and Oakland Raiders. In college, he won the Heisman Trophy in 2002 while at USC. 

Case Keenum

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Case Keenum currently plays quarterback for the NFL's Cleveland Browns. He first signed with the Houston Texans in 2012 out of the University of Houston, where he set numerous NCAA records. 

Chad Greenway

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Chad Greenway played linebacker for the Minnesota Vikings and was a 2-time Pro Bowl selection. He played collegiately at the University of Iowa. 

Chad Hennings

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Chad Hennings was a three-time Super Bowl champion as a defensive tackle with the Dallas Cowboys. He also served as a pilot in the Gulf War after attending the Air Force Academy. 

Chad Pennington

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Chad Pennington is a retired quarterback who played in the NFL for 11 seasons from 2000 - 2010 for the New York Jets and Miami Dolphins. He was twice named the NFL Comeback Player of the Year. 

Champ Bailey

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Hall of Fame cornerback Champ Bailey played for the Washington Redskins and Denver Broncos and is a 12-time Pro Bowl selection. 

Charles Haley

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Hall of Fame defensive end/linebacker Charles Haley played for the Dallas Cowboys and San Francisco 49ers from 1986 - 1999. He was a 5-time Pro Bowler and 5-time Super Bowl champion. 

Charles Mann

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Four time Pro Bowl defensive end Charles Mann is best remembered for his time with the Washington Redskins, where he won two Super Bowls. He also won a title with San Francisco. 

Charles Tillman

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Charles Tillman played cornerback for the Chicago Bears from 2003 - 14 and was named the 2013 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year. 

Charlie Batch

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Charlie Batch played quarterback in the NFL for 15 seasons for the Detroit Lions (1998-2001) and Pittsburgh Steelers (2002-2012. He won two Super Bowl with the Steelers. 

Charlie Joiner

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Hall of Fame wide receiver Charlie Joiner was a three-time Pro Bowl selection and played in the NFL from 1969-1986, primarily for the San Diego Chargers. 

Charlie Ward

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Charlie Ward won the 1993 Heisman Trophy while playing quarterback at Florida State before switching full-time to basketball. He played for the New York Knicks from 1994 - 2004. 

Chip Kelly

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Chip Kelly is the current head football coach at UCLA. He formerly served as head coach for the Philadelphia Eagles and at Oregon, where he led the Ducks to three straight Pac-12 titles. 

Chris Berman

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One of the most recognized sports broadcasters, ESPN's Chris Berman has been named National Sportscaster Of The Year six times. 

Chris Cooley

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Chris Cooley played for the Washington Redskins from 2004-2012 and holds the franchise record for most receptions by a tight end. He was a two-time Pro Bowl selection. 

Chris Fowler

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Chris Fowler served as host of ESPN's "College GameDay" for over 20 years. The multi Sports Emmy Award-winner currently does play-by-play for the network's Saturday Night Football game. 

Chris Mortensen

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Chris Mortensen is an award-winning NFL reporter for ESPN who has worked for the network since 1991 on such shows as NFL Live, Sunday NFL Countdown, NFL Insiders and Monday Night Countdown. 

Chris Reis

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Chris Reis is a retired NFL player who is best remembered for his time playing with the New Orleans Saints and recovering an on-side kick in Super Bowl XLIV that helped the Saints to a win over the Indianapolis Colts. 

Chris Spielman

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Chris Spielman enjoyed a highly successful football career, first as an All-American linebacker at Ohio State from 1984-1987 and later as a four-time Pro Bowler for the NFL's Detroit Lions. 

Chris Weinke

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At age 28, Florida State quarterback Chris Weinke became the oldest Heisman Trophy winner when he won the award in 2000. He also led the Seminoles to the 1999 National Title. 

Christian Okoye

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Christian Okoye played running back for the Kansas City Chiefs from 1987-92. The two-time Pro Bowl selection led the NFL in rushing in 1989. 

Cliff Avril

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Cliff Avril played in the NFL as a defensive end from 2008 - 2017 for the Seattle Seahawks and Detroit Lions. He was a member of the Seahawks' team that won Super XLVIII over the Denver Broncos.