Jim Nagy
Jim Nagy brought an NFL scouting and all-star-game background to Oklahoma’s football front office when the university announced his hiring in February 2025. His Oklahoma remit includes roster construction, player evaluation, recruiting, retention and compensation, along with transfer-portal and revenue-sharing decisions.
Before Oklahoma, Nagy led the Senior Bowl from 2018–2025, overseeing the evaluation and selection of draft-eligible prospects. His earlier career included scouting roles with Seattle, Kansas City, New England and Washington, following an internship with Green Bay. He graduated from Michigan in 1996 with a degree in sports management and communications.
Career
February 2025–present
General Manager for Football
Hiring announced February 26, 2025. Role includes roster management, talent acquisition, retention and player compensation.
2018–2025
Executive Director
Led evaluation and selection of draft-eligible college prospects and oversaw the event’s football and business operations.
2013–2018
Southeast Scout
Evaluated college prospects for Seattle before becoming Senior Bowl executive director.
2009–2013
Scout
Worked in Kansas City’s scouting operation.
2002–2009
Scout
Worked in New England’s scouting operation.
2001–2002
Scout
Worked in Washington’s scouting operation.
1996
Intern
Began his NFL career with a Green Bay internship.