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NFLPA's Legal Turmoil: McPhee Fired Amid Federal Probe

1/23/2026

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Heather McPhee, associate general counsel of the NFL Players Association (NFLPA), was fired December 30, 2025 after suing the union alleging a conspiracy to hinder a federal probe into NFLPA finances.
She previously was on paid administrative leave amid workplace misconduct allegations.
Craig Jones, NFLPA employee, was placed on leave for discussing union resources with the media.
The federal investigation into the NFLPA's finances continues.

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Heather McPhee, associate general counsel of the NFL Players Association (NFLPA), was fired December 30, 2025 after suing the union alleging a conspiracy to hinder a federal probe into NFLPA finances.
She previously was on paid administrative leave amid workplace misconduct allegations.
Craig Jones, NFLPA employee, was placed on leave for discussing union resources with the media.
The federal investigation into the NFLPA's finances continues.