Christian Sarkisian, a Miami University graduate with a degree in sport leadership and management, has been named general manager for Northwestern University’s Department of Athletics and Recreation.
In this newly formalized role, Sarkisian will lead revenue-sharing strategy, salary cap management, and student-athlete evaluations—particularly in football—as Northwestern adapts to the rapidly changing landscape of college athletics.
Sarkisian brings nearly seven years of NFL experience as a scout for the Cincinnati Bengals, where he contributed to multiple AFC Championship appearances and worked in player evaluation and salary cap strategy. He previously served as Northwestern’s assistant director of player personnel.
His appointment reflects a growing trend in collegiate sports to adopt professional-style management structures in response to ongoing changes related to NIL and the transfer portal.
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