Trey Neyer, Virginia Tech's Assistant Athletic Director of Player Personnel, discusses his evolution of player recruitment in the NIL & rev-share era, and the importance of data in decision-making. He shares insights on the transition from traditional personnel departments to modern front offices, the role of general managers, and the balance between emotional connections and business decisions in recruitment. Neyer also reflects on the future of college football front offices and his personal experiences as a new dad.

Our Takeaways:

• Data centralization is crucial for effective player evaluation and recruitment.

• Emotional connections in recruitment can complicate business decisions.

• The future of college football will likely include more structured front offices and data-driven decision-making.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction and Background

03:08 Evolution of Player Personnel Roles

05:59 Transitioning to a Front Office Model

09:06 The Impact of NIL and Revenue Sharing

12:05 Data-Driven Decision Making in Recruitment

14:55 Future of College Football Front Offices

17:53 Balancing Work and Personal Life