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With the NFL in “fine happy” mode, the NFL should designate the collected fines to go to a foundation such as yours to provide relief to legacy players that are in need. This would be an excellent PR move for the NFL in building good will towards those that built the league and not just enrich the league with funds that would eventually flow back to the owners.
FYI:
Just wanted to let you know that I posted a link on raidersrap.com about the fourthandgoal.com fundraiser.
You can view the link at:
http://www.raidersrap.com
please contact me if you haave questions or comments.
thanks.
joe deloach
We need more people like you!
People who not only respect, put pay tribute to those individuals who paved the path on the gridiron to make it what it is now.
I will be posting your fundraiser info on The Sporting News
and http://judspressbox.blogspot.com/
ATT: Bruce Laird
Hey Bruce,
Just want to thank Fourth and Goal for your assistance. I really appreciate the quick response and assistance from you guys! I heard you were a former teammate of my former teammate Lyle Blackwood.
Thanks again!!!
Charles Bowser
Miami Dolphins Killer Bee’s 82-86
Bruce,
I must thank Fourth and Goal in general and you, Jim Morris, and John Hogan in particular for your committment to the cause of retired NFL players. As the widow of a former NFL player (Carl “Spider” Lockhart – NY Giants 1965-1976), I feel especially blessed to have been introduced to you.
The road one must travel post-NFL is precarious at best. When I lost my way on this road, you were there without hesitation to assist and point me in the right direction. John freely advised me with his vast legal expertise, and Jim Morris is an incredible facilitator.
Having said that, it was the expediency, the warmth, the love, and the care of your rescue that will remain with me forever. I feel that I have you as friends for life, and you can certainly depend on me to reciprocate your kindness and expeditiousness when Fourth and Goal calls.
Please keep doing what you are doing. I pray that the rest of us (Retired players and families)will recognize your good works and unhesitatingly reach out to Fourth and Goal to assist in fulfilling its causes.
Love ya,
Erma Lockhart
(Carl “Spider” Lockhart’s widow)
Mrs Lockhart, Spider played preseason game in San Diego and I was just a kid. Everyoneon the bus passed by us as we wanted autographs. Your husband stopped and spent a couple of minutes with us, it has been 41 years and I still remember it. He was a nice person, he chatted and shook our hands. Very cool, never forgot it. I wanted you to know that.
Mr. Grooms:
Thank you for sharing those wonderful memories with me because I never get tired of hearing about how my husband touched a life in a positive way by simply taking a moment in time.
Carl, indeed, was a remarkable person on and off the football field, and I feel totally blessed to have lived 23 years with such a loving, caring person.
Warm Regards,
Erma Lockhart
I am writing to see if you need any help with your upcoming fundraiser. I would love to help in some capacity.
When I worked for the United Way of Central Maryland, I served as campaign coordinator for the Maryland Charity Campaign. It was through my work there that I met, and became friends with, Lenny Moore. What an eyeopener when I learned the real story behind the glory of the professional football I grew up watching. Go Baltimore Colts!!!
Seriously, it is heartbreakiing and outrageous that the players had nothing beyond the check they received for playing and the other jobs they had to work in the off season. I would never have imagined that the glory and fame was the only payoff for the players. That’s a simplistic take on it, but the gist is there.
I still stay in touch with Lenny and Edie. I can think of no better way to honor and show my respect for them than to help with your endeavor.
Please let me know if I can help in some way.
Take care,
Cindy Burns
Cindy:
As the new moderator of this site, I don’t know if anyone ever contacted you about your request to help with the fundraiser. Please let me know if you would like to assist Fourth & Goal in any of our fundraising activities and events.
Jeff Nixon
No, Jeff. I did not get a response, but I would appreciate the opportunity to help. Maybe there is something I can do from my end to assist you on yours.
Did you see this on Facebook??
Unitas We Stand [HQ]
by Tony Lombardi (videos)
Take care,
Cindy
Please call me at 216-274-5381. I am in the process of assisting my mother, Jackie Groza, the widow of Louis R. Groza, regarding the recent class action settlement. I appreciate your help. Thank you.
Best Regards,
Jon Groza
Jon:
Please send me an email at jeffnixon@aol.com regarding the Class Action Suit.
Jeff Nixon
I spent a good deal of time reading articles on the Blog. Where are the comments directly related to specific articles? I am interested in hearing all sides to the discussion before I make up my mind. Maybe I am just technically challenged!! Thanks in advance. Rick.
How are you doing Rick, we sured prayed for you when you were hurt playing for the Bengals against the Packers back in the day. San Diego did not forget you,how are you?
You know, I have to tell you, I really enjoy this blog’s info and the insight from everyone. I find it to be refreshing and very informative. I put it in my fav!. Anyway, keep up the good work and I’ll come back here regurarly.
Wow what a cool site.
I am pleased someone may raise enough ruckus. Rookies need to compensated but let them earn their stripes.The veterans had to!
Your work and effort is appreciated. Keep up the good work.
Regards,
Lee Folkins
Green Bay 1961
Dallas 1962-64
Pittsburg 1965
My name is ray sydnor former Phila Eagle and I was in a bad situation due to the death of my mom from lung cancer. I had to resign from my job as a youth pastor last year and take care of her. I haven’t worked in a year and was about to be evicted lost my truck and had no food. I contacted Bruce Laird and Dr Havrilak and they came thru for me paying my rent helping me to get my truck back as well as giving me gift certificates for food. I can’t thank you guys enough, I was losing hope, but now i’m encouraged. This is great work you’re doing. My family and I thank you from the bottom of our heart and I want to be involved to help someone else, what a blessing. Thank you Thank you Thank you. Did I say thank you. That’s how much you helped us. Please let me know of any other resources I can utilize because I now have to get my tags. I’m grateful. Not ungrateful God Bless
Simple and easy. Thanks for looking after us.
Can you please tell me anything about the petition I recieved to support the Legacy Fund? It seems there is some conflict about whether this is good or bad. Maybe you could explain it for some of us old guys so that we can understand the position we are in.
Fourth and Goal Foundation Leaders
Yes, I would like to become more involved with the “needed” effort being put forth to help many former NFL Players and their families.
Please keep me informed.
Tommy Nobis
Atlanta Falcons ’66-’76
tlnobis@bellsouth.net
Tommy:
Thanks for volunteering to assist with our efforts to help retired players. We will keep you posted on anything you can do to help!
Jeff Nixon
Dear Fourth and Goal Unites,
We are a hyperbaric medical research institute that is preparing a study on professional players (retired or active) that have been diagnosed with concussions and are still suffering from these injuries. Recent work on traumatic brain injury has revealed that sport concussion sufferers may benefit from hyperbaric oxygen treatment. We are trying to establish a relationship with organizations that may be able to help us in recruiting and identifying potential candidates. We are located in the state of Washington (Issaquah) and we will soon have a facility in California (Loma Linda).
Please visit our website and contact me if you have any questions or interest:
(206) 478-2838
Xavier A. Figueroa, Ph.D.
Director of Scientific Research
Restorix Research Institute
Retired NFL players:
We at the cross roads for this CBA, without change on this historic CBA over a thousand NFL retired players will be dead. The time is now Please get involved now, do not wait for someelse to do the work needed.
Bruce Laird/ President Fourth and Goal
I am in dire need of a HVAC system for my only home. I am 67 years old and Disabled. I played for the NFL from 1965 through 1971. Will you ail me a application for charitable help or mail it to 5816 Paradise Lane, Orlando , FL 32808.
Your attention in this health matter is greatly appreciated . I live in Florida and the Heat is deadly . Thank you from Gordon A. Wright
Just a shout out to an old friend Tony Davis. Whats up brother from a Georgia connection.
what is up………clarificaton. anyone over 55 will receive what. Did you mean to say they are SOL (this is new money)
We are trying to get clarification on the owners proposal and we will let evryone know when we find out.
Jeff,
Now it’s Carl Eller representing retired palyers at the meetings, Do you know where the NFl-A is on this matter??
Bruce
It’s Fathers Day and I’m on my way to Washington DC to speak at a press conference tomorrow for the Eller vs NFL lawsuit. Off to meet with a National Concussion group in Philadelphia on Tuesday.
They shall all be educated (and get earfuls if they opt to listen).
George Visger
SF 49ers 80 & 81
Survivor of 9 NFL Caused Emergency VP Shunt Brain Surgeries
Benefactor of ZERO NFL Benefits
You ever have any need for an ex players view or life with concussions just let me know I could probally give you some info that could shock the hell out of you or your readers. Ron. Solt let me know if I could help in any way.
As I re-read the comments today I was struck by the fact that Preston Carpenter had jumped in with his April 6, 2011 comment. He has since passed following his brother Lew by less than a year.
If they wait long enough, all pre-1993 players will be dead!
Lee Folkins
Green Bay 1961
Dallas 1962-62
Pittbrugh 1965
Will you be doing any baltimore colts events?
Are you doing any colts event?
Gary: The Baltimore Chapter is helping with this event: http://fourthandgoalunites.com/2011/10/25/community-huddle-taking-a-goal-line-stand-on-your-mind-and-body/
I am reaching out to you regarding organizations that serve former NFL players. The NFL Player Engagement office and Player Development at the club level, me, are trying to assist players as well.
1. What is it that NFL Players have indicated they need? What do they want?
2. What services or benefits do they utilize?
3. What’s the make-up of who they’re servicing, current former players or pre 1993 former players? It’s understood the make-up of the players can vary.
Thanks for taking time out of your busy schedule!
sean
sean.washington@houstontexans.com
Player Development Director
Sorry to hear of former team mate Preston Carpenter’s passing. Another deserving veteran.
L.D.& H.W.D . If not now, when?