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Derek Cox, MBA

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Independent Sports Agent at NFL Players Association
📍 San Diego Metropolitan Area, United States

Derek Cox is a former NFL cornerback turned certified sports agent and brand consultant. He leverages his on-field experience with teams like the Jacksonville Jaguars and his MBA from UCLA to represent and mentor athletes. He specializes in contract negotiations and helping players navigate their careers both on and off the field.

Outside of his agency work, Derek is deeply committed to mentorship and community service. He serves as a trustee for Reading Legacies, an organization focused on motivating youth through reading. A two-time team captain in college, he is passionate about leadership and guiding the next generation of athletes toward success.

Interesting fact: During his NFL career, Derek intercepted passes from two legendary quarterbacks, Peyton Manning and Tom Brady.

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Current Role
Independent Sports Agent
Location
San Diego Metropolitan Area, United States
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Athlete Career Transition
Emphasizes that preparing for life after sports should begin on day one of a professional career, drawing from his own successful transition from player to agent.
Player-First Representation
Aims to be a new kind of sports agent, using his firsthand experience as a player to better serve athletes in contract negotiations and brand management.
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Career

Work history

10-2022
Independent Sports Agent
NFL Players Association
11-2021 - 5-2022
Player Relations
National Football League (NFL)
1-2021
Vice President
NFL Alumni Association San Diego
9-2020 - 12-2020
Sports Management Intern
Paradigm Sports
6-2019 - 8-2019
Wealth Management Intern
Aldrich Wealth LP
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Derek Cox | NFLPA. Featured in NFL Players Association (NFLPA)
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Education
2018 - 2021
Master of Business Administration - MBA
UCLA Anderson School of Management
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.)
William & Mary
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