Stories
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2/22/2017
In Memory of Ed GarveyEd Garvey, who served as the union's first executive director, passed away Wednesday at the age of 76. Here are the NFLPA's statements on one of the pioneering figures in our 60-year history.
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12/23/2016
60 Heroes: The Players' AdvocateGene Keating helps fight several battles for players and their rights
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12/22/2016
60 Heroes: Accepting His Role in the Labor FightAfter being thrust to the forefront, Karl Mecklenburg was a key figure in the 1987 strike
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12/21/2016
60 Heroes: An Outspoken Champion for JusticeDave Meggyesy threw his efforts behind the fight for labor and civil rights
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12/20/2016
60 Heroes: Helping Others Catch OnTim Brown committed himself to educating and advocating for his fellow players
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12/19/2016
60 Heroes: Ed Glennon's Counsel Key in Mackey VictoryGlennon’s legal leadership crucial in several NFLPA court battles
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12/19/2016
60 Heroes: Sacrifice and Strength for the Greater GoodFreeman McNeil’s leadership helps usher in a new system of free agency
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12/19/2016
60 Heroes: Sam McCullum's Fearless LeadershipWide receiver ignored threats from others in the name of player rights.
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12/18/2016
60 Heroes: Creighton Miller Unites the PlayersThe lawyer and former player guides players to form the NFLPAThe lawyer and former player guides players to form the NFLPA
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12/16/2016
60 Heroes: A Much-Needed LeaderThe 1970s were a tumultuous time for the NFLPA, Bill Curry helped guide the way