Brooke Cersosimo Profile

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, Valeria Williams talks about her transition from working with the league office to becoming VP, General Counsel for the Tennessee Titans. Plus, her vital role in the franchise's new stadium and more. 

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, Houston Texans Senior Director of Event Experience Disney Harris discusses climbing the ladder into her 14th season with the team, elements of game day and a draft moment that gave her chills. 

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, Kathleen Wood talks about her transition from private detective to Cleveland Browns scout. Plus, her favorite moment with the franchise and much more.

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, Stanford University School of Medicine student Michelle Xiao discusses her month-long clinical rotation with the San Francisco 49ers medical staff through the NFL Diversity in Sports Medicine Pipeline Initiative.

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, Jaemin Cho discusses the fun yet challenging task of creating TikTok posts for the Los Angeles Chargers, the importance of being adaptable and the moment she knew she belonged in her role.

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, Miami Dolphins vice president of finance and retail Darline Llamas Llopis discusses how she got into a career in football, advice she's taken to heart and much more.

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, the Bengals' Lacy Ekert discusses how the excitement around the franchise impacts business for the team, a unique approach to mentorship and more.

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, marketing design manager Donny Brock discusses her vision for the Seahawks' "Scheduleverse" campaign around the NFL schedule release, the desire to make a global impact and more.

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, Melainey Lowe discusses her role as the director of football operations for the Indianapolis Colts, advice she's applied from head coach Shane Steichen and more.

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, Maya Ana Callender discusses her transition from football operations at Princeton to becoming a scouting assistant for the Patriots, her biggest "pinch me" moment and more.

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, Sarah Mallepalle discusses her role in helping the Dallas Cowboys get "1 percent better" every day as the team's strategic football analyst, where her love of the game stems from and more.

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, Shelly Harvey discusses her first season on the road as the Atlanta Falcons' northeast area scout, keys to improving as a talent evaluator and more.

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, Baltimore Ravens sewing manager Ebony Short discusses how working on Broadway helped prepare her for a career in football. Plus, the vast amount of effort that goes into getting uniforms ready for game days and more.

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, Jaguars vice president of United Kingdom operations Maria Gigante discusses growing American football globally, Jacksonville's successful two-week stint in London and more.

Colts linebacker Zaire Franklin talks to Brooke Cersosimo about the work he does to empower young women -- which earned him the team's nomination for the 2023 Walter Payton Man of the Year award.  

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, Falcons SVP of fan and associate experience Tameka Rish discusses the Falcons' celebration of the 50th anniversary of hip-hop, the importance of the event and how she's helped improve fan experience.

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, Eagles director of personnel operations and pro scout Ameena Soliman discusses learning how to evaluate players, how the challenging 2020 season helped her become a better scout and the key to Philly's success in the personnel department.

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, Saints vice president of brand strategy Nancy Gold discusses the moment she realized she NEEDED a career in sports, working for two dynamic female owners and the Superdome's massive renovation.

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, Commanders' player development assistant Alexis Dotson discusses helping rookies acclimate to life in the NFL, building relationships and watching Brian Robinson Jr. return to the field after being shot during an attempted robbery last year.

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, Sky Sports analyst Phoebe Schecter discusses what goes into preparing for an NFL broadcast, her favorite position on the field, growing the game globally and more.

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, Detroit Lions SVP of marketing and brand Emily Griffin discusses the NFL's first "Women in Football" game, the importance of the event and how the industry has changed for women over the last several years.

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, Giants' offensive assistant Angela Baker discusses her long career playing full-contact football, how it helped her transition into coaching and more.

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, Bills assistant athletic trainer Marissa Figueroa discusses her journey to the NFL, the "95 percent" of athletic training people don't see and more.

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, Robin DeLorenzo discusses being the third female official hired by the NFL, her countless hours of preparation, dealing with public scrutiny and more. 

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, we meet a crucial figure on the Houston Texans staff. Ciara Burgi discusses working with high-level athletes, getting them back on the field and more.

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, Titans social media manager Emily Starkey discusses the team's viral schedule-release video, TikTok trends and more. 

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, Raiders SVP, Chief Sales Officer Qiava Martinez discusses how she strives to be an effective leader, the responsibility she feels to help support other women and why all business should be personal. 

Panthers safety Jeremy Chinn talked with NFL.com Wednesday about his personal goals for the 2023 season, the possibility of playing 'closer to the action' with the addition of Vonn Bell, and Carolina's chances to take over a 'wide open' NFC South next year.

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, Chicago Bears Player Personnel Coordinator Ashton Washington discusses her start in high school recruiting, prepping for the NFL Scouting Combine and the chip on her shoulder.

Kenny Washington re-integrated the NFL in 1946 as a member of the Los Angeles Rams. Today, the team is hoping a new film will help spread awareness of what Washington accomplished, Brooke Cersosimo writes. 

Matt Faga was one of three Kahuku High School football coaches who died in a one-year span. Kahuku coach Sola Soliai discusses Faga's immense impact on the championship program and his own role in carrying on Faga's larger-than-life legacy.

When the Lions face the Panthers on Christmas Eve, it will also mark a homecoming for Romeo Okwara and Julian Okwara. The brothers talk to Brooke Cersosimo about the significance of this matchup.

During a challenging season, Shaquille Leonard says he has been sustained in part by his off-the-field work to help others. The linebacker tells Brooke Cersosimo why being named the Colts' nominee for the 2022 Walter Payton Man of the Year award "means a lot." 

Justine Lindsay is breaking barriers as the NFL's first openly transgender cheerleader. In support of Transgender Awareness Week, she opens up about joining the Carolina Panthers TopCats and being a role model for others. 

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, Howard University College of Medicine student Alexandra Cancio-Bello discusses her month-long clinical rotation with the New York Giants medical staff through the NFL Diversity in Sports Medicine Pipeline Initiative.

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, Bucs' director of performance nutrition Stephanie Kolloff O'Neill details her department's preparation -- that began in the summer -- for the Germany game, including how her staff has helped Bucs players prepare for unfamiliar foods, the time change and more.

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, Texans director of game presentation and live entertainment producer Jackie Maldonado discusses her passion for creating great game atmospheres, her ultimate dream and the importance of female representation in sports.

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, Fouzia Madhouni discusses her organization We Can Morocco, which empowers women through American football, and her experience as a mentee of the NFL and Green Bay Packers.

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, Meharry Medical College student Kelsey Henderson discusses her month-long clinical rotation with the Tennessee Titans medical staff through the NFL Diversity in Sports Medicine Pipeline Initiative.

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, Arizona Cardinals director of security Kristi Johnson discusses her trailblazing law enforcement career, as well as how she builds trust with players and their families.

Following the release of Darius Rucker's second collection of NFL-based merchandise, the three-time Grammy winner discusses the clothing line's popularity, Miami Dolphins and playing fantasy football. 

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, Packers VP of marketing and fan engagement Gabrielle Valdez Dow discusses stewarding the organization's historic legacy, prepping for the team's game in London and more.

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, Chloe Janfaza, the Raiders' director of stadium development and operations, talks about pursuing her dreams from a young age, building connections and all things Allegiant Stadium.

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, Steelers international content manager Maria Rodriguez, a native of Honduras, discusses finding her passion for football while attending TCU, growing the NFL's global fan base and more.

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, the Chiefs' Tiffany Morton details an athletic trainer's schedule, working with the offensive line group, taking career risks and more.

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, Rams EVP of community affairs and engagement Molly Higgins discusses her approach to the franchise's move from St. Louis to Los Angeles, working with Andrew Whitworth, the Watts Rams and more.

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, Detroit director of football operations Gina Newell discusses how the industry has changed for women since she joined the Lions in 2004, the "Hard Knocks" experience and much more.

New York pass rusher Kayvon Thibodeaux, the No. 5 overall pick in the 2022 NFL Draft, reportedly sustained a minor hip injury during a spring practice, but Thibodeaux said Tuesday during a visit to NFL Network that it's full speed ahead for his first season. 

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, the Carolina Panthers' Chanelle Smith-Walker discusses her unique perspective in sports photography, creating opportunities for people of color and more.

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, the Atlanta Falcons' Sarah Hogan discusses growing the Bill Walsh Minority Coaching Fellowship, transitioning into the Arthur Smith era and more.

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, Hayley Elwood discusses the importance of preparation, building relationships and finding joy in the daily work of being a reporter for the Los Angeles Chargers. 

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, the Jacksonville Jaguars' Mindy Black discusses growing the organization's nutrition department, the importance of educating rookie classes from the jump and more.

Andrew Beck, Demetric Felton Jr. and Kenny Moore II talk to Brooke Cersosimo about their experience visiting with military service members on an NFL-USO tour in Alaska.

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, the Denver Broncos' Kelly Kleine discusses how she's navigated becoming one of the highest ranking females in the NFL's scouting landscape and the challenges that come with it.

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, the New England Patriots' Nancy Meier discusses her journey of 45-plus years in the organization's scouting department, which included nine coaching changes.

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, Jane Skinner Goodell discusses producing 'Earnin' It: The NFL's Forward Progress', a podcast and TV series about the women who are defining the direction of the NFL and opening doors for those who dream to follow in their footsteps.

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, the Indianapolis Colts' Kalen Jackson discusses origins of the Kicking the Stigma initiative, the organization's vast impact on the community and following in the footsteps of her father, owner Jim Irsay.

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, the New York Jets' Nadege Pluviose talks about the support and life-shaping advice she's received from her immigrant parents -- and how she's paying it forward to up-and-coming women in the industry.

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, the Baltimore Ravens' Megan McLaughlin takes us inside the week leading up to Baltimore's Wednesday afternoon game in 2020, how she helps players and coaches prepare for game day and more.

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, the Minnesota Vikings' Lara Juras how human resources has expanded in the sports industry, the organization's response to George Floyd's murder and how those events have shaped its ongoing legacy.

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, the Seattle Seahawks' Amy Sprangers discusses the key to being a successful Chief Revenue Officer, the driving force behind the organization and her deep commitment to implore others to demand what they deserve.

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, the Bears' Karen Murphy discusses the importance of having a diverse front office, the next step in her career and why the status quo isn't good enough.

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, the Giants' Ashley Lynn discusses how she came into her own in a role previously held by former players, the process of helping rookies transition to life in the NFL and more. 

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, the Dolphins' Kim Rometo discusses the euphoria of hosting a successful Super Bowl LIV at Hard Rock Stadium, the importance of finding where you fit in an organization and planning for future projects that include the Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix. 

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, Gayle Benson discusses her primary job as Saints owner and gives advice to women considering a career in the NFL. Plus, what she learned from her late husband, former Saints owner Tom Benson.

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, Titans VP of Community Impact Tina Tuggle recalls getting her start in the organization when it moved from Texas to Tennessee, discusses women's progress in the workplace and shares key moments of her NFL career.

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, Eagles SVP Tina D'Orazio discusses how the organization is at the forefront of inclusivity thanks to owner Jeffrey Lurie, what it was like being part of a head-coaching search and more.

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, Bengals EVP Katie Blackburn discusses player contract negotiations, what she's learned from her father, owner Mike Brown, and the joy of watching her daughters take action within the organization.

Before Tom Brady returns to Foxborough, Brooke Cersosimo talks to former NFL players about their own firsthand memories of facing off against the teams they once fought for.

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, Amina Edwards discusses how she has helped change and build the culture in Washington during her first year in the front office.

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, the Cowboys' Charlotte Jones discusses her influence on moving the team's training camp to Texas in 1990, the incredible detail that went into AT&T Stadium and the unwavering support of her father, Jerry.

In this installment of the Next Woman Up series, 49ers' Hannah Gordon discusses the humble start to her career, what's next and the great advice she received from Big Ten Commissioner Kevin Warren.

Despite a 1-5 start to the season, Kyle Rudolph tells Brooke Cersosimo the Vikings have the talent to fuel a winning streak that could put the team in the playoff race.

49ers defensive tackle Solomon Thomas talks to Brooke Cersosimo about his recent struggles with mental health -- and why he's driven to make sure others feel comfortable grappling with this crucial issue.

In this edition of the "Why I Play" series, Minnesota safety Antoine Winfield Jr. discusses watching his father play in the NFL and how he overcame injuries to help put the Gophers football program on the map.

In this edition of the "Why I Play" series, LSU cornerback Kristian Fulton reflects on his year-long suspension that kept him away from the gridiron, and how he has used his experience as motivation.

In this edition of the "Why I Play" series, cornerback prospect Jaylon Johnson gives his reasons behind his decision to be a Utah Ute and why his training has turned up a notch over the past few months.

In this edition of the "Why I Play" series, Auburn defensive tackle Derrick Brown discusses his greatest challenge -- finding out he was going to be a father at 19 -- and how it has become his motivation for everything.

In this edition of the "Why I Play" series, Wisconsin running back Jonathan Taylor opens up about his motivations, inspirations and his relationship with former NFL RB Arian Foster.

In this edition of the "Why I Play" series, Michigan LB Josh Uche discusses childhood football icons and those who helped him during his trying college years.