John Talty

About

John is a best-selling author, writer and editor based in Birmingham, Alabama. His recent book, "The Leadership Secrets of Nick Saban" was a Wall Street Journal and Publishers Weekly bestseller. His second book about college football, "The Price" written with best-selling author Armen Keteyian, is due out fall 2024 At 247Sports, John is a national college football reporter. In his writing, John focuses on the Southeastern Conference, sports business and other big picture topics relevant in college sports. He frequently appears on the SEC Network's Paul Finebaum Show, CBS Sports HQ and sports radio shows across the country. Before 247Sports, John worked as a senior sports editor and SEC Insider for Alabama Media Group. He oversaw the leading statewide news organization's coverage of college football, recruiting, high school sports and professional sports. He also covered college sports for The Clarion-Ledger in Jackson, Miss. and the International Business Times. You can reach him at john.talty@gmail.com