Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2024 Nominee
After a standout collegiate career at LSU where he earned Sugar Bowl MVP honors, my longtime friend and client Henry Thomas went on to be a 14 season NFL starter. The anchor on several elite and top ranked defenses, Henry is statistically the most productive pass-rushing nose tackle in NFL history. His 93.5 sacks are just one of the many reasons that he, already voted and recognized as one of the 50 Greatest Minnesota Vikings Ever, earned and deserves to be in the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
"In my many years of working with Jeff Durand he has represented me exceptionally well both professionally and personally. His positive impact has lasted long after my football career ended. His guidance and friendship helped me live a great life. In particular, he helped me with legal, financial and personal matters".

Blades has also been inducted into the Hurricane’s Athletic Hall of Fame and Ring of Honor. Additionally, he was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame.
"In my 20+ year relationship with Jeff Durand, he has always been the ultimate professional. He represented me well as my agent during my NFL playing days and now in my post NFL endeavors.
Jeff's commitment to his clients far surpasses the financial bonanzas. Long after the multi-million dollar NFL contracts cease, Jeff Durand is that one person who will remain by your side supporting and encouraging you.
Jeff's tireless work ethic and dedication is what one should look for in a professional as well as a friend. This is why I am proud to call him not only my agent but my friend.
Jeff advises not just as an agent, but as a man that cares for the well being of his clients."
Najee Mustafaa aka Reggie Rutland - Retired All-Pro NFL Defensive Back Minnesota Vikings, Cleveland Browns and Oakland Raiders.
"I have had the privilege to work with Jeff Durand during my career as a football player in the NFL. He has proven himself as one of the best agents in professional football. I was pleased to have worked closely with him during my tenure with the Minnesota Vikings, Cleveland Browns and Oakland Raiders. Jeff was always tough, fair and to the point when negotiating with NFL executives. He is an astute businessman with impeccable character. At the end of each contract negotiation, I was always 100% pleased with the results that Jeff attained on my behalf.
I regularly recommended Jeff Durand's expertises to my NFL teammates, friends and acquaintances. Many of them hired him. I still strongly endorse him now to prospective clients.
Jeff also has a strong background in financial planning, which is extremely important when trying to prepare for life after professional football--a career that is usually short. He goes above and beyond what it takes to make sure that his clients and their families are well positioned financially. I am proof of that. Most importantly, his relationship with his clients does not stop when the negotiations are over. Jeff has never once not answered my calls, no matter what time of day or night. He is and has been a good friend for many years."