Movement Analysis and Rehab in the NFL

About Sam:

Sam O’Leary’s current role is as Athletic Trainer and Rehab Technology Coordinator at the Los Angeles Chargers. Sam started his academic journey at Washington State University where he completed his Bachelors of Science in athletic training while also interning at the Buffalo Bills at this time. Sam then completed his Masters in Sports and Exercise Science at the University of Utah where he then moved into a role as athletic trainer and beginning an internship with what was then the San Diego Chargers. 

Sam has been with the Chargers ever since and now operates as the Senior athletic trainer and rehab technology coordinator.

Learning Outcomes

• Identify planning considerations for pre-season testing within elite football.

• Explore ideas for assessing the physical abilities of a squad.

• Identify methods of increasing context and understanding individual differences beyond the numbers.