In this episode, we hear from Doug Whaley, former Bills GM and Current XFL SVP of Player Personnel, about his blueprint to success.
Went through the difference between the recruiting process when he was going to college and how his parents helped him cultivate his critical thinking skills by letting go of healthy boundaries to lean into the unique process that expedites the maturation process.
Working his way through the ecosystem as a player after attending PITT as a DB, he had aspirations of getting onto Wall Street. The opportunity came up during an HS football practice during the transition period that got him into the scouting with the Pittsburgh Steelers. He used his transferable skills to climb the executive ranks to Sr level roles within the Pittsburgh Steelers, General Manager of the Buffalo Bills, and SVP with the XFL 2.0 and 3.0.
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E13: Blueprint to Success: Former Bills General Manager and SVP of Player Personnel, XFL: "Are you Ambitious or Driven?"
Mar 29, 2022
Blue Chip Academy - Presented by L.I.G. Sports Group
Looking to take your sports career or athletic endeavors to the next level? Blue Chip Academy is here for you and has just what you need—hosted by Justin King – an NFL veteran who was a 5-star recruit and power five recruiting coordinator. This podcast gives insight into all aspects of executing their capitalization plan in the sports business ecosystem -starting with the recruiting process, from navigating NIL law changes, transfer portal and agents. Providing those looking for direct access to critical insights so they can make informed choices that benefit them long-term. With his help, young leaders have everything necessary to create their path toward success using athletics as a catalyst!
Looking to take your sports career or athletic endeavors to the next level? Blue Chip Academy is here for you and has just what you need—hosted by Justin King – an NFL veteran who was a 5-star recruit and power five recruiting coordinator. This podcast gives insight into all aspects of executing their capitalization plan in the sports business ecosystem -starting with the recruiting process, from navigating NIL law changes, transfer portal and agents. Providing those looking for direct access to critical insights so they can make informed choices that benefit them long-term. With his help, young leaders have everything necessary to create their path toward success using athletics as a catalyst!











