Ryan Tollner is an NFLPA-certified agent and Co-Head of Excel Football at Excel Sports Management. Certified by the NFLPA since 2001, Tollner built his reputation as a high-level football representative through REP 1 Sports, where he served as co-founder and CEO of the football division before Excel acquired REP 1 Football in 2023. The transaction launched Excel’s on-field NFL representation business and positioned Tollner as one of the leaders of Excel Football alongside Chase Callahan. Tollner has represented and advised a wide range of NFL players across quarterback, offensive line, receiver, defensive back and other key positions. Public contract databases link him to clients including Jared Goff, Cooper Kupp, Brian O’Neill, Samuel Cosmi, Paulson Adebo, Cam Jurgens, Marcus Mariota, James Conner, Carson Wentz, Rome Odunze and other active NFL players. His work has included major veteran extensions, draft representation, free agency strategy, endorsements and long-term player career management. Known for a client-first approach and strong relationships across NFL front offices, Tollner has helped build a modern football practice that combines contract negotiation with marketing, media, brand development and post-career planning. His career reflects entrepreneurial agency-building, high-level quarterback representation and a central role in Excel’s expansion into full-service football representation.