Iconic Events and Southern Isles Pictures have released the first official trailer for Signing Tony Raymond, a gripping new football drama that trades touchdowns for tense negotiations and small-town scheming. Set against the backdrop of the Deep South, the film explores the chaotic and often comical world of college football recruiting — where loyalty, luck, and a little bit of hustle can make or break a career.
At the heart of the story is Coach Walt McFadden, played by Michael Mosley, a gifted but down-on-his-luck assistant coach at Louisiana University. After blowing a major recruitment the previous season, Walt gets one last chance to save his job: he must sign Tony Raymond, the nation’s number one high school defensive end, hiding out in rural Alabama. But the road to redemption isn’t easy — he’s forced to outwit rival recruiters, dodge grifters, and charm the player’s wildly dysfunctional family, all while keeping his morals (and sanity) intact.
Directed by Glen Owen, the film draws inspiration from a true story, offering a sharp, humorous look at the high-pressure, big-money world of modern college sports. The director promises a blend of “insight and humor” into how recruiting really works — a kind of Moneyball for football fans, but with a Southern twang and plenty of heart.
Signing Tony Raymond features a stellar supporting cast, including Mira Sorvino and Rob Morgan, along with real-life football icons Marshawn Lynch, Brian Bosworth, and Champ Bailey, adding an authentic touch to the gridiron drama.
Set for an early 2026 release, Signing Tony Raymond looks to be more than just another sports movie — it’s a story about ambition, redemption, and the fine line between playing the game and being played by it. Judging by the trailer, audiences are in for a film that’s equal parts Friday Night Lights, Moneyball, and a dash of Talladega Nights–style Southern chaos.