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Brian Fettner is a real estate investor and the owner of BT Foods in Florida. He also has been a successful NFL agent for more than seven years. Through his agency, Elevate Football, Brian Fettner manages numerous pro players and over $100 million in contracts.
Finding the right agent can be a challenge for a young player, and finding an agent who prioritizes the player’s interests is even more difficult. Here are a few questions to start the conversation when talking with an agent:
1. Tell me about players you’ve represented who played for three or fewer years. What happened to them?
A good agent is looking ahead to life after football, and if many of his former players are struggling, that’s not a good sign.
2. How many players are you representing now, and how do you handle the workload?
The more players an agent represents, the less time he or she will have to dedicate to each player. Players who want marquee-name agents should expect less accessibility.
3. Will it be a problem that I already have an advisory team?
It’s not unusual for players to have a separate team of financial, real estate, and tax advisors.
4. What if I’m not drafted?
Not getting drafted is never the desired outcome, but it’s always a possibility. A plan should be in place in case it happens.
