Drew Fabianich, a veteran NFL scout and former college football general manager, has officially been named the new Executive Director of the Reese’s Senior Bowl. With over three decades of experience in scouting, player development, and football operations at collegiate and professional levels, Fabianich brings a wealth of knowledge and leadership to one of the most prestigious events in the NFL Draft process. The full press release is available below.
Mobile, AL – The Senior Bowl today announced former college general manager and longtime Dallas Cowboys National Scout Drew Fabianich as the next executive director. Fabianich brings extensive experience in scouting, player personnel and leadership to the nation’s premier collegiate all-star event.
An introductory press conference will be held on Thursday, April 10, at 10:30 a.m. CT in the Oakleigh Garden Room (2nd floor) of the Battle House Hotel.
With a career spanning nearly two decades in the NFL, Fabianich comes to the Senior Bowl with a proven track record of success and has built a reputation for excellence. He served as the general manager of football at both Auburn University (2022-2023) and West Virginia University (2023-2024), bringing a wealth of experience in team management and player development. His dedication to the growth and success of college athletes has been evident throughout his career, and he is eager to build on the rich history that the Senior Bowl has of helping college athletes jumpstart their careers in Mobile, Ala.
“I am honored to be the new executive director of the Senior Bowl,” said Fabianich. “The Senior Bowl has been part of my life for over 18 years. I will embrace this game and the City of Mobile with passion, perseverance, purpose and a desire to continue to grow the premier all-star game in the country. I am eager to bring my skills and experience to the table and make a positive impact. I want to thank the Mobile Arts & Sports Association Board of Directors, committee and staff for this opportunity to be part of this storied legacy.”
“The Mobile Arts & Sports Association is thrilled to welcome Drew Fabianich as the new Senior Bowl Executive Director,” says Mobile Arts & Sports Association President Scott Cooper. “His years in the NFL and college have given him unmatched experience in the football landscape, and, combined with his passion for evaluating talent and fostering valuable relationships, makes him the ideal candidate to lead this team. He will be an advocate for the City of Mobile and will represent who we are as a city and an organization.”
Drew Fabianich is a seasoned football executive with over 37 years of experience in coaching, scouting, and player development at both collegiate and professional levels. A native of Longmont, Colo., Fabianich began his career in 1986 as a quarterbacks, wide receivers, and passing game coordinator at Mesa State [Colo.] University. He later served as a defensive graduate assistant at Baylor University and held coaching positions at the University of Tennessee, the University of Tennessee at Martin, the University of Louisiana at Monroe and White High School in Dallas.
In 2003, Fabianich transitioned to a career in scouting with the Dallas Cowboys, where he spent 18 years, including 14 as a national scout. His tenure with the Cowboys was marked by the successful identification and evaluation of talent, contributing to the team’s selection of multiple Pro Bowlers.
In July 2022, Fabianich joined Auburn University as the General Manager and Director of Scouting and Development. In this role, he was responsible for enhancing Auburn’s recruiting efforts and player development programs, leveraging his extensive NFL experience to benefit the collegiate program.
The following year in July 2023, Fabianich returned to the Big 12 Conference as General Manager and Director of Scouting for West Virginia University’s football team. Head coach Neal Brown praised Fabianich’s wealth of experience and his alignment with the program’s vision, expressing enthusiasm about his contributions to building a championship-caliber team.
Throughout his career, Fabianich has been recognized for his deep understanding of football operations, talent evaluation and player development, making significant impacts at both the collegiate and professional levels.
The Reese’s Senior Bowl is widely regarded as the preeminent college football all-star game and the first stage in the NFL Draft process. The longest continual-running all-star game has taken place in Mobile, Ala., for the past 76 years. More than 900 NFL personnel, including key decision-makers from all 32 teams, and over 1,100 media members from around the country were credentialed this year. In 2024, the game produced 110 total picks, representing 43 percent of the entire NFL Draft.
