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sports14 days ago•3 min saved

Aiyuk's SRA Termination Opens Door to Free-Agent Path

Brandon Aiyuk’s Standard Representation Agreement with Athletes First has finally been terminated as of Saturday, leaving the 49ers receiver unrepresented. The NFLPA confirms the SRA is terminated, and Aiyuk would need to petition the league for reinstatement from the reserve/left squad list to join training camp, after which the 49ers could release him. Aiyuk has previously suggested he won’t return to the 49ers before the October 19 Levi’s Stadium game against the Commanders.

via NBC Sports|

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sports16 days ago•4 min saved

Brandon Aiyuk’s Advisor Dilemma: Is He Playing to Get Released?

The article questions who’s advising Brandon Aiyuk, noting his representation by Ryan Williams of Athletes First; his recent social-media posts about the Commanders may reflect a deliberate strategy or disobedience to advice, potentially aiming to force a release, though it’s unclear if the Commanders are interested.

via NBC Sports|

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sports1 year ago•1 min saved

Daniel Jones' Free Agency Sparks NFL Team Interest and Speculation

The Minnesota Vikings are reportedly interested in signing former New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones, who is considering multiple teams, including the Ravens and Lions. The Vikings have a strong relationship with Jones' agency, Athletes First, and connections through former teammate Kyle Rudolph. While sportswriter Peter King suggests Jones may prefer the Ravens, the Vikings remain a strong contender for his signature.

via Sports Illustrated|

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sports2 years ago•2 min saved

"Sports Agency Advises NFL Draft Prospects to Skip Cognitive Testing"

C.J. Stroud's agency, Athletes First, has directed its 2024 NFL Draft prospects to skip all pre-draft cognition tests following the leak of Stroud's low test results. The agency cited concerns about confidentiality and public scrutiny, prompting them to forego intelligence testing for their clients. Despite Stroud's low test score, he excelled in his rookie season with the Houston Texans, while other top quarterback prospects with higher test scores faced challenges. The leak of Stroud's test results has sparked controversy and raised questions about the validity and impact of pre-draft cognition tests in evaluating NFL prospects.

via Yahoo Sports|

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sports2 years ago•1 min saved

"Sports Agency Advises NFL Draft Prospects to Skip Cognitive Testing"

Rosenhaus Sports, following Athletes First's lead, has instructed its NFL draft picks to refuse to submit to cognitive testing, sparking a potential trend among agencies. This move comes in response to teams conducting intrusive testing and leaking information to reporters, prompting agents to push back against what they see as excessive scrutiny of players who have already proven themselves in college football.

via NBC Sports|

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sports2 years ago•2 min saved

"Sports Agency Advises NFL Draft Prospects to Avoid Cognitive Testing"

Athletes First, a prominent agency, has instructed its NFL draft prospects to refuse to participate in cognitive or psychological testing during the pre-draft process due to concerns about confidentiality and relevance. The agency's decision comes after leaked test results raised questions about the reliability and privacy of such evaluations. This move may prompt other agencies to follow suit, highlighting the ongoing debate over the relevance and privacy of pre-draft testing in the NFL.

via NBC Sports|

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sports2 years ago•4 min saved

"Sports Agency Advises NFL Draft Prospects to Skip Cognitive Testing"

Sports agency Athletes First has directed its NFL Draft prospects to avoid participating in cognition tests like the S2 test, citing concerns about confidentiality and public scrutiny. This move comes after reports of quarterback C.J. Stroud's low S2 test score, which has sparked controversy and criticism. The S2 test, used by fifteen NFL teams, measures split-second information processing and response time. The agency represents numerous NFL stars and has raised questions about the use and impact of cognitive testing in the pre-draft evaluation process.

via Deadspin|

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sports2 years ago•2 min saved

"Sports Agency Advises NFL Draft Prospects to Skip Cognitive Testing"

Athletes First, a prominent sports agency, has directed its NFL Draft prospects to skip cognitive testing in the pre-draft evaluation process, citing concerns about confidentiality and public scrutiny of test results. This decision comes in response to a previous incident involving quarterback C.J. Stroud, who scored poorly on a cognitive test before being drafted and went on to have a successful rookie season. The agency represents 29 prospects in the 2024 class and has notified NFL teams of their directive, sparking discussion about the use of cognitive testing in evaluating draft prospects.

via The Athletic|

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