PHILADELPHIA EAGLES COOPER DEJEAN AND REED BLANKENSHIP TO LAUNCH NEW PODCAST “EXCITING MICS”

Teammates to talk about life, football, and chat with celebrity guests in a podcast from Athletes First, GOAT Farm Media, and ALLCITY Network, presented by Vanda Pharmaceuticals

NEW YORK – May 15, 2025 – Philadelphia Eagles teammates Cooper DeJean and Reed Blankenship today launched a new podcast entitled “Exciting Mics” presented by Vanda Pharmaceuticals. The football and pop culture podcast was developed by premier sports representation and marketing agency Athletes First alongside its digital content studio, GOAT Farm Media, in partnership with ALLCITY Network, a leading digital sports media company.

Designed for Eagles fans and football lovers alike, “Exciting Mics” goes beyond the field to deliver unfiltered conversations, personal stories, and celebrity guest appearances — all with the charm and chemistry of two rising football stars at the helm.  During the series, the two defensive backs will talk about football, their rural origins (Iowa and Alabama, respectively), and what it’s like to be Super Bowl champions at such a young age. Their chemistry and impact on the field have made them fan favorites across the football world – and especially in Philadelphia.

With a lineup of guests including other NFL players, teammates, and famous Eagles fans, “Exciting Mics” is poised to be the next great “more than football” podcast. The series will be available on the “Exciting Mics” YouTube channel, PHLY Sports YouTube channel and wherever podcasts are found, including Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Vanda Pharmaceuticals is the title/presenting sponsor of “Exciting Mics” and will receive exposure during the podcast. In addition, they will sponsor a custom “Build Different” segment where the hosts will discuss how they have blazed their own unique paths to success, and other player, teams, and artists, whose paths they admire.

As a joint production from GOAT Farm Media, Athletes First’s digital content studio, and ALLCITY Network, “Exciting Mics” will originate weekly from ALLCITY Network’s PHLY studios in the heart of Philadelphia. ALLCITY Network will provide its industry-leading expertise in production, distribution, and monetization to support the development and reach of the show.

“Cooper and Reed are a captivating duo — both for their on-field accomplishments and their entertaining personalities off the field — making them the perfect focus for this new original content series,” said Dan Gyves, Head of Media Sales at Athletes First. “From their shared rural upbringings to their rise as pro football champions, there will be no shortage of unique stories and entertaining moments for everyone who follows the series.”

“Exciting Mics” is executive produced by GOAT Farm Media co-founder, Scotty McKnight, who led creation of the series alongside Athletes First and ALLCITY.

“This show is a space for Cooper and Reed to share their stories and the mindset that got them here,” said McKnight. “We aim to inspire the next generation of athletes to believe their dreams are attainable.”

This will be the second collaboration between Athletes First and ALLCITY Network, following “The Eighty Five with Cole Kmet,” as both partners seek to provide athletes with a dedicated platform, support and strategies to connect with their fans and develop new revenue opportunities.

“At ALLCITY, we’ve built our network around passionate communities and the voices that matter most to sports fans,” said Brandon Spano, CEO of ALLCITY Network. “Cooper and Reed embody everything we love about sports and athlete-driven storytelling — authenticity, humor, and heart. We’re proud to help bring their voices to fans in Philly and beyond.”

Athletes First and Goat Farm Media have produced a variety of football-themed digital content series, including “The Warner House”, where All-Pro linebacker Fred Warner and his wife, Sydney, discuss life on and off the field; “Rearview”, a live reaction show where NFL players including Tua Tagovailoa, Cooper DeJean, Derrick Henry, and Fred Warner share instant reactions to games from inside their cars; and “Drafted”, which each year profiles NFL Draft prospects on Draft Day as they eagerly await the call that will change their lives forever.

About Athletes First  

Athletes First is a full-service management firm that has been representing elite players, coaches, personnel, and broadcasters since its inception in 2001. Athletes First has strategically grown its practice with the most widely experienced agent team in the industry composed of forward thinkers, trained attorneys, and master negotiators. Our mission is simple: Do the right things, with the right people, for the right reasons.

About ALLCITY Network

ALLCITY Network is reimagining local sports coverage, delivering daily, team-specific shows available across streaming video, podcast, social, and other digital platforms. Launched in 2019 in Denver, ALLCITY has since expanded to Phoenix, Chicago, Philadelphia, and Dallas, with a portfolio of 35+ daily and weekly shows across the country. Collectively, ALLCITY’s channels provide over 7,500 hours of live sports content annually, complemented by local sports news, analysis, and community-driven programming. For more information about ALLCITY Network, visit www.allcitynetwork.com.

Contact:

Carmine N. Tiso for Athletes First, carmine@tisocomms.com or (917) 453-4296
Parker Sperry for ALLCITY Network, parker@allcitynetwork.com or (303) 489-7229