Craig Schaeffer

Craig Schaeffer is an NFLPA-certified sports agent and founder of Elite Sports Agency, where he represents professional football players in contract negotiations, roster management, and long-term career planning. Certified as an NFLPA contract advisor since 2006, he has built more than a decade of experience in NFL representation, operating out of Sarasota, Florida. His work focuses on guiding athletes through every stage of their professional careers, including pre-draft preparation, rookie contracts, veteran extensions, and free agency negotiations. Through Elite Sports Agency, Schaeffer leads a boutique representation practice that emphasizes direct client relationships and individualized service. The agency operates with a selective approach, prioritizing close communication with athletes and their families while managing contract negotiations, marketing opportunities, and broader career advisory services. This structure allows him to maintain a hands-on role in player representation and long-term career development. Before and alongside his work in sports representation, Schaeffer has maintained a dual professional profile that includes legal and advisory experience, contributing to his contract negotiation expertise and understanding of player representation strategy. His approach to athlete management emphasizes trust, long-term planning, and maximizing both financial and professional opportunities for clients within the NFL ecosystem.