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Super Bowl 2009 is upon us. Being a big football fan, I've been reading with fervor every thing that I can find out about the upcoming game. While I was surfing the Internet, I came across and article on SportsAgentBlog.com about an interview with the legendary Leigh Steinberg.

I'm sure there a ton of you who remember Leigh Steinberg from his glory days of representing the greats like Troy Aikman and Joe Montana. He was also inspirational to the movie with Tom Cruise, called "Jerry Maguire." That movie probably created the movement toward more sports agents.

I read with great interest how Leigh Steinberg is trying to turn this industry into one that is build on mutual trust, respect and integrity. He is really trying to further the collaboration amongst sports agents to ensure a more positive and encouraging environment.

I was really impressed to learn how Mr. Steinberg is a caring individual, not just for the athletes that he represents but also in the way that he believes that athletes should represent themselves. He stresses the importance of the athlete in giving back by coming role models, especially since sports is such a revered activity here in America.

After reading the blog, I began to understand that Leigh Steinberg is a man of integrity. He also talked about his belief in ensuring the future for generations to come relative to global warming and caring for our planet. He also practiced what he preached, by working with companies to encourage "green" within the sport.

From my perspective, I have always had the impression that athletes and sports agents didnt care about anything but show me the money. There have been plenty of examples of greedy athletes and self-promoting sports agents who give the industry a bad reputation.

I get the sense that Mr. Steinberg is really trying to make a difference, especially in the sport of football and not just think of the dollars in front of his face. For example, hes advocating for better awareness and protection for players due to concussions. As I recall, this was a huge issue for Steve Young back when he was playing for the San Francisco 49ers. It seemed like he would incur a concussion almost every single game.

Athletes seem to lean toward a particular political party, based on a description by Leigh Steinberg. It generally stems from the amount of taxes that they pay even from their first paycheck. I found that particular section in the blog pretty interesting because I never put athletes into that context before.

I came away feeling, after reading this article, that Leigh Steinberg is really a man of honor. He is more than a popular, wealthy sports agent and really a man of character who cares for individuals and causes.

I encourage any who reads my article to take the time and read this blog. Youll understand the difference between a sports agent and quality, compassionate human being.