About Us
Who are we?
Gridiron Banter is more than just a podcast—it’s a platform where sports, finance, and culture collide. As a long-form content company, we tackle controversial and thought-provoking topics, sparking conversations that matter. Our goal? To entertain, inform, and disrupt the status quo while amplifying the mission of Gridiron Legacy, our cutting-edge NIL agency. Through candid discussions, expert insights, and unfiltered banter, we’re not just talking about the game—we’re changing it.
What is Gridiron Legacy?
At Gridiron Legacy, we believe NIL deals should be about more than just short-term gains—they should build long-term financial security for student-athletes. Our agency is dedicated to protecting contracts, maximizing earnings, and instilling smart investment habits to create generational wealth.
Too often, young athletes receive large sums of money without the financial literacy to manage it wisely. The stats speak for themselves—75% of professional athletes face financial struggles post-retirement, many even declaring bankruptcy. But here’s the reality: college athletes today can achieve lifelong financial stability without ever going pro—if their NIL money is managed correctly.
That’s where we come in. Gridiron Legacy is more than just an NIL agency—it’s a movement designed to empower athletes, protect their futures, and ensure their hard-earned success translates into long-term wealth. If you or someone you know wants to maximize their NIL potential while staying focused on the game, reach out via our Contact Info tab.
Why Support Gridiron Banter?
By supporting Gridiron Banter, you’re directly supporting student-athletes and advocating for the fair transfer of wealth from colleges to the players who make the games worth watching. Every conversation, every episode, and every deal we promote is part of a larger mission: protecting athletes and ensuring their financial futures.
Join the Movement
Gridiron Banter is more than just a podcast—it’s a platform dedicated to empowering athletes and reshaping the NIL landscape. Gridiron Legacy is more than an agency—it’s a commitment to ensuring today’s athletes build a legacy that lasts beyond their playing days.
If you’re an athlete, parent, or business looking to get involved, reach out today and be part of something bigger.
Co-Host PanMan
A former collegiate football player with 15+ years of experience, PanMan has trained under some of the best coaches in the game, including current and former NFL coaches. After graduating from UIUC, he worked in public service, gaining hands-on experience in contract negotiation and financial strategy. His background in sales, combined with a passion for investing and entrepreneurship, led him to co-found Gridiron Legacy.
PanMan believes in the power of fullbacks, index funds, and long-term financial strategy—and he’s here to ensure today’s student-athletes don’t make the same financial mistakes that have plagued pros for decades.
Co-Host OG Theophilus
Currently pursuing his law degree at UIC, OG Theophilus is set to take the Bar Exam in July 2025. As the President of the Black Law Students Association, he specializes in contract law and NIL compliance, ensuring universities and businesses honor their commitments to student-athletes.
His legal expertise, combined with his deep sports knowledge, makes him a critical force in protecting athletes from bad deals and exploitative contracts. When he’s not breaking down legal jargon or debating sports, OG Theo is busy proving PanMan wrong and predicting that his fantasy football teams will develop superpowers. Theo believes LeBron is the GOAT. PanMan disagrees.