Athletes First Family: Quarterback Series

Athletes First Family: Quarterback Series

What happens in the room when billion-dollar NFL quarterback contracts are negotiated? Athletes First agents take you behind closed doors, sharing never-before-heard stories of record-breaking deals for Justin Herbert, Deshaun Watson, Dak Prescott and more. With $1.4 Billion in current QB contracts, these powerful agents reveal how relationships are built, negotiations unfold, and NFL history is made. Join VP AJ Stevens, CEO Brian Murphy and Athletes First’s team of super agents for unprecedented access to football's biggest deals.

Episodes

March 27, 2025 61 mins

Join us for Episode 10 of the Athletes First Family Podcast as we dive into how Dak Prescott became the highest-paid NFL player! This episode is packed with insights on leadership, teamwork, and resilience—essential lessons for athletes and professionals alike.

We explore the power of a strong support system, effective communication, and trust-building in achieving success. Plus, we break down the importance of goal setting, ...

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Join me, Brian Murphy, and AJ Stevens, as we welcome the legendary Todd France to the Athletes First Family Podcast! In this episode, we uncover Todd's incredible journey from his Chicago upbringing to becoming a Forbes-ranked super agent. Get ready for some unbelievable stories and insights! Todd has represented 83 Pro Bowlers, with multiple Pro Bowlers every year since 2011.

He’s negotiated record-breaking contracts, making...

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Join us as we welcome Andrew Kessler to his first Athletes First Family Podcast episode! Alongside David Mulugheta, we’re breaking down Jordan Love’s record-breaking contract and the unique journey that led to it.

In this episode, we sit down with Andrew "Kess" Kessler and David Mulugheta, two of the agents behind Jordan Love’s historic deal. We dive into Kess’s background, his early exposure to sports law t...

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In this episode of the Athletes First Family Podcast, Brian Murphy, along with A.J. Stevens, sit down with David Mulugheta to discuss the intricacies of Deshaun Watson’s groundbreaking contracts. As a firm that has negotiated over $1.4 billion in quarterback deals, we bring firsthand experience in navigating high-stakes negotiations. Today, we’re breaking down both of Deshaun’s deals and the unique circumstances t...

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In this episode of the Athletes First Family Podcast, we sit down with David Mulugheta, the powerhouse agent behind NFL quarterbacks Deshaun Watson and Jordan Love. Joined by Brian Murphy and AJ Stevens, we explore David’s path from Dallas, Texas, to becoming one of the most influential agents in the game.

David shares how family, resilience, and strategic career moves shaped his journey. Growing up with immigrant parents who...

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In this episode of the Athletes First Family Podcast, we dive into an inspiring conversation between Brian Murphy, CEO of Athletes First, and Ryan Williams, a leading NFL agent. This discussion reveals the critical role of relationships, the journey from intern to super agent, and the innovative marketing strategies that set Athletes First apart in the competitive sports agency landscape.

From Ryan’s humble beginnings at UCLA...

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In this episode of the Athletes First Family Podcast, we dive into the intricate world of NFL contract negotiations, breaking down the strategy behind Justin Herbert’s historic $262.5 million extension with the Los Angeles Chargers. Join us as we uncover the key factors that shaped this groundbreaking contract and the cooperative approach that helped close the deal.

From the client-first strategy that prioritized Herbert&rsqu...

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What does it take to become the leading football agency in the NFL? In this episode of the Athletes First Family Podcast, we dive into the story of Athletes First—from its humble beginnings to becoming a powerhouse representing the league’s top players.

 Join CEO Brian Murphy, VP AJ Stevens, and equity partner Justin Schulman as they reveal the secrets behind groundbreaking deals, innovative negotiation strategies,...

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What’s the real story behind the NFL’s most game-changing quarterback contracts? In this episode of the Athletes First Family Podcast, we uncover the journey of building a billion-dollar agency, the challenges of starting from scratch, and the record-breaking deals that define NFL history. From Drew Bledsoe’s groundbreaking contract to Justin Herbert’s $100M first-year cash flow, we explore the evolution of ...

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What happens in the room when billion-dollar NFL quarterback contracts are negotiated? Athletes First agents take you behind closed doors, sharing never-before-heard stories of record-breaking deals for Justin Herbert, Deshaun Watson, Dak Prescott and more. With $1.4 Billion in current QB contracts, these powerful agents reveal how relationships are built, negotiations unfold, and NFL history is made. Join VP AJ Steven...

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