Our Ethos
We help exceptional athletes build careers that outlast the game
We work with a certain kind of player
We look for players who read their own contracts and think about the years ahead while everyone else is talking about year one. Such players are rare. When we find them, we commit.
We have sat on the other side of the table
We have evaluated businesses, structured deals, and negotiated contracts for people whose money was on the line. We know how an organization thinks about risk, leverage, and what a player is worth. Now we do that math for you.
We played
We know what it is to be cut, to be hurt, to win a rep, to dissect film, and to watch teammates leave the game with nothing to show for it. That is why Counsel Sports exists.
We are direct
We will tell you when an offer is below your value and when it is the best you will see. We would rather lose a client than mislead one.
We are highly selective
We take on fewer players, chosen carefully, so that each one gets a tailored approach and access to our full network.
We plan for the years after the last snap
Every decision, from a first contract to a franchise tag, is measured against one question: does this survive the end of the playing career?
We are transparent about money
Our fee is in writing before you sign anything. If someone pays us, you know.