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David White Elected Interim Executive Director of NFL Players Association

Player representatives from all 32 teams chose the former SAG-AFTRA chief in a bid to rebuild trust ahead of labor negotiations.

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Jan 15, 2024; Tampa, Florida, USA; Official NFL game balls sit on the field prior to a 2024 NFC wild card game between the Philadelphia Eagles and Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images

Overview

  • David White was elected interim executive director late Sunday in a player-led vote involving representatives from all 32 NFL teams.
  • White replaces Lloyd Howell Jr. following his July resignation after revelations of conflicts of interest.
  • As former SAG-AFTRA executive director and CEO of 3CG Ventures, White brings extensive labor experience to the NFLPA.
  • NFLPA President Jalen Reeves-Maybin said a thorough permanent search process for a full-time director will begin soon.
  • The union plans to continue its appeal of the private collusion arbitration ruling and implement governance and transparency reforms.