US EditionNFLPA Denies Tension in Its Camp, Says Executive Director Lloyd Howell Wasn't Asked to Resign
UNITED STATES, JUL 13 – The NFL Players Association supports Executive Director Lloyd Howell amid conflict of interest concerns and is appealing a confidential ruling on owner collusion to limit guaranteed player pay.
- The NFLPA Executive Committee sent a memo on Sunday, July 13, 2025, denying it asked executive director Lloyd Howell Jr. to resign and expressing support for him.
- The denial followed ESPN reports that Howell has a paid, part-time consulting role with the Carlyle Group, creating concerns over a potential conflict of interest.
- The committee emphasized that it is methodically reviewing all concerns raised and intends to avoid making any hasty decisions as the 2025 season nears.
- Arbitrator Christopher Droney ruled in January there was insufficient evidence of owner collusion despite his finding that league officials encouraged limiting guaranteed money, leading the NFLPA to appeal the decision.
- The NFLPA reiterated its commitment to work with Howell and player leadership to protect players' interests and maintain unity in the face of ongoing challenges.
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NFLPA denies tension in its camp, says executive director Lloyd Howell
The NFLPA’s executive committee sent a memo to players on Sunday, denying that executive director Lloyd Howell was asked to step down.Howell has come under scrutiny since ESPN reported he has maintained a part-time consulting job with the Carlyle Group, a private equity firm that holds league approval to seek minority ownership in NFL franchises.That followed the revelation that the NFL Players Association and the league had a confidentiality ag…
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