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NFL Players Association Backs Howell Amid Controversy

7/13/2025

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The NFL Players Association's executive committee stands firmly behind Executive Director Lloyd Howell Jr., rejecting any calls for his resignation despite concerns over his consulting ties with Carlyle Group. As investigations unfold, including a confidential arbitration ruling on player compensation, Howell, who took over from DeMaurice Smith in 2023, remains at the helm during this turbulent time.

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The NFL Players Association's executive committee stands firmly behind Executive Director Lloyd Howell Jr., rejecting any calls for his resignation despite concerns over his consulting ties with Carlyle Group. As investigations unfold, including a confidential arbitration ruling on player compensation, Howell, who took over from DeMaurice Smith in 2023, remains at the helm during this turbulent time.