Monthly Archives: August 2008

Gene Upshaw’s Impact

Posted on August 27, 2008 by

By Michael Silver/Yahoo! Sports Gene Upshaw was a great NFL player who made an even bigger impact on the game after turning in his helmet, becoming one of the most influential figures in professional sports. The NFL Players Association’s longtime … Continue reading →

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RFPA Disability Proposals Receive NFL Response

Posted on August 15, 2008 by

I received a letter from Harold Henderson d. 8/5/08 regarding the disability proposals we submitted to Commissioner Goodell.  (I apologize for not sending a copy along – my scanner is acting up.)    Essentially, he states that no more new changes … Continue reading →

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For Jets, Silence on Concussions Signals Unease

Posted on August 4, 2008 by

by Alan Schwarz/NY Times Laveranues Coles is equal parts receiver and raconteur, the New York Jets player who talks when no one else will. But upon hearing one subject — concussions, specifically the two he has sustained in the past … Continue reading →

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Trial Date Set for Parrish,Roberts v. NFLPA, Inc.

Posted on August 1, 2008 by

Dear Alumni: The trial date for the Class Action lawsuit filed by Herb Adderley, Bernie Parrish and Walter Roberts against the NFLPA and Players, Inc. is set for September 22, 2008. It will begin at 9:00 am in the Federal … Continue reading →

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