The Latest Breaking News from DeMaurice Smith

Albert Breer: New NFLPA Director JC Tretter Circling the Wagons to Prep for Battles Ahead

Tretter says he must build relationships and repair the union before taking on topics such as 18-game seasons and more international games.

Sports Illustrated · Jun 22

Roger Goodell’s Grip on the NFL Isn’t Loosening Anytime Soon

In 20 years under his leadership, the NFL has turned into a cultural behemoth. He has navigated scandals and internal politics, and maintains the owners’ backing.

Sports Illustrated · Sep 11, 2025

10 things we learned about Dan Snyder’s awfulness from ESPN’s report on the Jon Gruden email leaks

ESPN's latest investigative bombshell leaves no one looking good -- and shows Dan Snyder might have ousted himself.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jul 12, 2023

NFLPA introduces Lloyd Howell as Executive Director

The NFLPA has elected a new Executive Director, Lloyd Howell

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jun 28, 2023

Lloyd Howell named new NFLPA Executive Director

Lloyd Howell replaces DeMaurice Smith as NFL Executive Director.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jun 28, 2023

NFLPA executive director releases statement on situation involving Ravens QB Lamar Jackson

NFLPA executive director DeMaurice Smith released a statement on the current situation involving Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson

USA Today Sports Media Group · Mar 18, 2023

Jim McMahon: There’s ‘a lot of frustrated fans’ after Bears season

McMahon doesn’t watch a lot of football anymore. But he knows that the Bears finished with the worst record in the NFL.

Chicago Sun-Times · Feb 9, 2023

Eagles GM Masters Making Moves, Any Moves, to Win a Championship

Howie Roseman has Philadelphia back in the Super Bowl just two years after going 4-11-1, with a different quarterback and coach than it had five years ago.

Sports Illustrated · Feb 9, 2023

NFLPA’s DeMaurice Smith Blasts NFL for Bullying in Labor Matters

The union’s executive director called out the league in a recent podcast appearance.

Sports Illustrated · Jan 25, 2023

Report: Commanders owner Dan Snyder leaked e-mails, ‘permitted and participated’ in toxic culture

How much trouble can Commanders owner Dan Snyder find before he's forced sell the team? The House Oversight Committee has more ammunition.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Dec 8, 2022