Tony Kinkela
Eagle
Summary
Dynamic football operations professional with extensive experience at the New England Patriots, excelling in player evaluation and character profiling. Proven leadership in developing scouting talent and collaborating on draft strategies. Adept at fostering team cohesion and driving operational efficiency, consistently delivering results in high-pressure environments.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
National Scout
New England Patriots
05.2022 - Current
- Evaluated prospects and created character profiles for each year’s draft class
- Assisted in working to collaboratively set each year’s draft board
- Provided leadership in assisting in the development of scouting assistants and first-year area scouts.
- Assisted in pro free agent evaluations
- Worked with coaching staff in evaluating, ranking, and negotiating contracts with undrafted free agents post-draft.
West Area Scout
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
05.2012 - 05.2022
- Evaluated prospects and created character profiles for each year’s draft class
- Responsible for the primary character profile of every prospect in the west area
- Assigned and evaluated several cross-check schools outside of area each year.
- Assisted as a Group Leader for several years at NFL Scouting Combine.
National Football Scouting – Southeast Combine Scout
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
06.2009 - 05.2012
- Created rosters and organized initial pro days for spring evaluations
- Evaluated players, assigned grades, and created reports to be distributed to 20+ NFL teams to assist in their preparation for the upcoming draft year.
Director of Football Operations
Tulane University
07.2006 - 07.2009
- Coordinated with coaches on team roster management and budget planning.
- Organized and managed football operations staff to ensure efficient workflow.
- Worked with management team to develop operational goals aligned with business strategy.
Assistant Director of Football Operations
Washington State University
05.2004 - 07.2006
- Assist in all operations’ aspects of football including home and away travel, and also bowl game preparations (coordinating hotels, charters, food, and transportation).
- Coordinate student volunteer program for Cougar Football.
- Assist Director of Football Operations with arrangements for other football related functions including high school football camp, football staff fundraising opportunities, and the annual budget.
Operations Assistant – Manning Passing Academy
Nicholls State University
06.2004
Education
M.A. - Educational Administration
Washington State University
05-2011
BA. - Sports Management
Washington State University
05.2004
Skills
- Team building
- Strong leadership
- Effective communication
- Drive to adapt and improve
- Player evaluation
- Character profiling
Timeline
National Scout
New England Patriots
05.2022 - Current
West Area Scout
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
05.2012 - 05.2022
National Football Scouting – Southeast Combine Scout
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
06.2009 - 05.2012
Director of Football Operations
Tulane University
07.2006 - 07.2009
Operations Assistant – Manning Passing Academy
Nicholls State University
06.2004
Assistant Director of Football Operations
Washington State University
05.2004 - 07.2006
M.A. - Educational Administration
Washington State University
BA. - Sports Management
Washington State University
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