Thanks to the rise of NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) deals, college football stars are finally cashing in, and some are making serious money. On the Next Up Podcast with Adam Breneman, Dan Furman, head of Louisville’s official NIL collective, gave a rare peek behind the curtain. He broke down how much money players are … Read more
Shedeur Sanders is in Cleveland, and people are already loving him. Right after the East Cleveland fire, he showed up for the community by helping organize a support event. Then he surprised fans by working a shift at KFC, yes, in uniform, behind the counter. That’s where things got interesting. A Cleveland woman came through … Read more
Deion Sanders has never needed blood ties to treat someone like family. If you’re in his circle, you’re in it fully. We’ve seen it play out with players like Travis Hunter and Jimmy Horn Jr., both of whom Coach Prime proudly calls his sons. But this isn’t some recent shift in how he operates. According … Read more
NIL deals can completely change a player’s future, turning a college athlete into a young entrepreneur almost overnight. But just like any powerful tool, it has to be handled the right way. That’s the message Dan Furman, head of the D1 NIL Collective, shared on the Next Up podcast with Adam Breneman. Furman didn’t sugarcoat … Read more
Ndamukong Suh, the NFL legend who even had guys like Tom Brady and Aaron Rodgers watching their backs, didn’t just dominate on the field, he made serious moves off it too. With a net worth of around $80 million, Suh didn’t just stop at personal success. Now, he’s focused on something much bigger: building generational … Read more
Colorado’s talent is all over the NFL right now, and for Deion Sanders Jr., seeing that unfold is nothing short of beautiful. Watching his brothers and close friends chase and start living their pro football dreams hit differently. One of the proudest moments for him recently was visiting his brother Shilo at the Tampa Bay … Read more
Deion Sanders Jr. just got back to Boulder after spending a good stretch in Dallas helping take care of his dad, Coach Prime. Not long after returning, he sat down with the crew from Thee Pregame Show for a relaxed, honest catch-up. During the chat, the conversation turned to Hulk Hogan, who recently passed away. … Read more
The self-proclaimed exercise scientist, Dr. Mike Israetel, has never been shy about calling out bad strength and conditioning programs. Now, he’s setting the record straight for high school football players chasing a shot at elite-level play. With years of experience breaking down what works and what doesn’t in the gym, Dr. Mike, who is also … Read more
Because tackle football comes with a higher risk of injury, many kids start with flag football, a safer, fast-growing option more parents are choosing. It teaches the basics without the heavy contact. But if a young athlete wants to pursue football long-term and has NFL aspirations, transitioning to tackle football eventually becomes necessary. That switch … Read more
Deion Sanders Jr. is now a full-blown media mogul, running his hit YouTube channel and a growing empire under his brand, Well Off Forever. But it didn’t happen overnight. In his recent sit-down with Phillip Dukes on Dukesthescoop, he opened up about how it all started. Just him, a camera, and a drive to carve … Read more
Tom Brady has long been an advocate of his TB12 method, the wellness and performance philosophy he co-founded with his longtime trainer Alex Guerrero. The method focuses on pliability, resistance bands, and avoiding traditional weightlifting; something Brady swears by even deep into his 40s. But not everyone’s a fan. Back when Brady was still with … Read more
Travis Hunter’s cousin brother, Javian Hunter Freeman, is quietly building his own name as a force on both sides of the football field. He acknowledges Travis Hunter’s outstanding talent, and more than that, he’s working smart to be exactly like the Jacksonville Jaguars’ two-way rookie. Although not much in the spotlight like Travis Hunter’s real … Read more
Chad Johnson had an incredible run in the NFL, frustrating defenses with his speed and trash-talking. But what fans didn’t know is what makes his story even crazier; he played his entire career with just one working eye. Yep, you read that right. Johnson recently revealed on Nightcap that he’s almost always worn glasses because … Read more
Colorado players just got paid, and the checks are massive. Thanks to NIL deals, endorsements, and bonuses, some of Deion Sanders’ guys are stacking serious cash. But not everyone got a piece of the pie. That’s where strength coach Andreu Swasey comes in. He had a blunt message for the players who didn’t make a … Read more
Both high school head coaches and college position coaches can make serious money, especially at big-name programs and powerhouse schools. But how do their paychecks really compare? A head coach at a top high school in Texas or Georgia might pull in six figures, sometimes with bonuses and teaching perks. On the flip side, a … Read more
Since Shedeur Sanders was drafted in the fifth round, his rookie contract with the Cleveland Browns didn’t capture his full value as a rising star. The deal he signed is worth $4.6 million over four years, which is standard for his draft slot. But one groundbreaking clause in his contract, called Prime Equity, changes everything. … Read more
Peyton Manning’s son, Marshall, just announced he’ll be playing quarterback at Baylor School in Tennessee, and leading the team is head coach Erik Kimrey. Kimrey isn’t just any coach; he left his dream job at the University of South Carolina to take the helm at Baylor. Known for developing quarterbacks and building strong programs, Kimrey … Read more
Patrick Mahomes is the gold standard of modern quarterbacks; clutch, reliable, and always a threat to take over a game. With three Super Bowl titles and a résumé stacked with historic numbers, his dominance seems effortless. But Mahomes will tell you it all started long before the NFL. Back in high school, there were no … Read more
Shedeur Sanders might’ve blown up nationally at Jackson State and Colorado, but don’t get it twisted, he was electric long before that. In high school at Trinity Christian School in Texas, he threw for an impressive 12,627 yards over four years, completing 805 of 1,238 passes (a 65% completion rate) and racking up 166 touchdowns. … Read more
2018 was a tough year for Heath Evans. After seven years as an analyst, he was fired from NFL Network, and just like that, everything changed. No spotlight, no steady paycheck, no plan. For a guy accustomed to structure and game plans, it felt like getting blindsided. But instead of staying down, Evans leaned on … Read more
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