#1
#1 out of 1
sports4h ago
NFLPA has finalists for executive director job, sources say
Espn.com and 1 more
- The NFLPA has narrowed its search for a permanent executive director to a group of finalists, including interim leader David White and JC Tretter, signaling a critical step toward choosing a new chief.
- Tim Pernetti, the American Conference commissioner since 2024, is among the finalist pool, highlighting the cross-sport leadership interest in the NFLPA role.
- JC Tretter, a former NFL player and union leader, remains a candidate though his resignation as chief strategy officer is noted in coverage of the process.
- A vote on the finalists is planned at the NFLPA's annual meeting in San Diego next month, marking a pivotal decision point for the union's leadership.
- David White has been leading the NFLPA as interim executive director since Howell's resignation, continuing the search for a permanent chief.
- Lloyd Howell's resignation in July has fueled the ongoing search for a permanent NFLPA leader, following ESPN reporting related to prior activities.
- Confidentiality remains a priority in the finalist selection process to protect candidates from media leaks.
- Earlier candidate names linked to the role included Domonique Foxworth, Matt Schaub, and Jeff Saturday, indicating a broad field of potential leaders.
- ESPN reported on the finalists and underscored the confidential nature of the selection process, reinforcing the careful handling of the search.
- ESPN has documented that the NFLPA has been without a permanent director since July, a period of leadership transition amid scrutiny.
- The final decision on leadership direction will hinge on the NFLPA meeting vote, determining if the finalists align with the union's future strategy.
Vote 1