According to NFL insider Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk, Caleb Williams has decided not to hire an agent as he begins his NFL career. Instead, he is planning to represent himself.
Pretty bold to see a rookie planning to represent himself.
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Over Josh Allen?
I really like LJax, but Allen is from another planet. And I contend his running is just as effective as LJax's at this stage.
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Putting it out there. He is not Mahomes and will never be Mahomes. He will definitely flash, too much arm talent not to. He will lose his locker room over time because he is small in character.
See the drama from this past season.
I look forward to reading your book on Leadership in the NFL. Especially the chapter on Daniel Jones: "He has IT".
Then hire an agent for all the promotional side gigs?
That certainly seems the most rational thing to do. The agent does not write or review the contract. That is the lawyer. Which I would be shocked if the player's did not pay separtely. So the agent woudl get something like $1.2MM to negotiate a deal that is 99% locked in by the CBA. The fact that he does not want to pay 3% doesn't mean he isn't getting help and representation. We will have to see how it actually plays out.
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but, can't he just hire a contract lawyer/consultant for the fine print, saving himself millions on the contract? As noted, there's not much negotiation regarding the overall details.
Then hire an agent for all the promotional side gigs?
That certainly seems the most rational thing to do. The agent does not write or review the contract. That is the lawyer. Which I would be shocked if the player's did not pay separtely. So the agent woudl get something like $1.2MM to negotiate a deal that is 99% locked in by the CBA. The fact that he does not want to pay 3% doesn't mean he isn't getting help and representation. We will have to see how it actually plays out.
Yep, that is why I would not fault him for not hiring an agent IF that is the reason. That being said, the agents are more than just negotiating contracts and arranging combine prep. The interviews are going to play a big role in where Williams eventually gets drafted and agents have access to the people who can help Williams in that area.