Welcome to JL Sports
The team at JL Sports is comprised of individuals who are passionate about what we do.
We not only know and love football – all of us have spent more than our fair share of time on the field as players and coaches.
We are 100% committed to you and your career and we are 100% committed to football.
Our Commitment
We attribute our success over the last twenty-two years to hard work, honesty, a passion for the game, and our total commitment to our clients.
- Honesty and integrity should never be sacrificed.
- Agents should know football.
- Players should be treated as family, not just clients.
- Phone calls should always be returned.
- Every player should receive their maximum value.
What We Offer Our Clients:
Meet Our Team
“Of the approximately 800 NFLPA-certified agents, few command the attention of NFL front offices—or operate in unconventional ways—like Linta.” – Sports Illustrated
• Yale University (’83), Defensive Tackle
• 9 Years as a College Assistant Coach
• NFLPA Licensed Agent since 1990
• Negotiated the largest contract ever for an NFL player.
Anthony specializes in recruiting, talent evaluation, and contract negotiation. He is experienced in both the legal and entertainment fields. Anthony graduated magna cum laude from the University of Cincinnati, where he was also awarded legal studies student of the year. After graduating from Cincinnati, Anthony went on to receive his J.D. from the University of Kentucky. At Kentucky, he spent his summers negotiating marketing deals for NFL players, recruiting prospective athletes, and writing contracts. He also spent time working with law firms that negotiate insurance and personal injury settlements. Anthony built his knowledge of recruiting and interacting with players by both playing and coaching football. Prior to law school, Anthony played one season of collegiate football and spent 3 years as a high school football coach.
Lori Evon is on staff with JL Sports in Marketing & Client Services. Lori has worked many years in the apparel industry. She also has an extensive background working with not for profit organizations, corporate sponsorship and event planning. She has been a member of the Walter Camp Football Foundation for over 10 years and is a member of the Board of Governors. Lori is is a graduate of Quinnipiac University.
Nicholas is Joe’s oldest son and has been around football since the day he was born. Playing at Hamden Hall and serving as a captain for the team he got to learn about the game first hand from Joe. He graduated from Fordham University with a degree in Business Administration, minor in economics and concentrating in Marketing and Management. He has also earned a masters from Northcentral University in Sports Management. Nicholas has developed a great eye for talent after countless hours of film study with Joe and has already begun to spot some promising talent for the future of the company.