Lessons from the Early NFL to Today: How Player Welfare Has Changed Over Time
When I entered professional football in 1960, the game looked very different from what fans see today. The NFL was growing, but it had not yet become the massive business and entertainment force it is now. Players loved the game and competed hard, but many of the protections and support systems athletes have today simply […]
Building Sustainable Legal Advocacy for Retired Professional Athletes
When people think about professional sports, they often focus on the excitement of game day. They see packed stadiums, television contracts, and athletes competing at the highest level. What many people do not see is what happens after the cheering stops. For retired professional athletes, life after sports can bring unexpected challenges. Injuries that seemed […]
The Intersection of Sports, Law, and Medical Care for Injured Athletes
When most people think about professional sports, they focus on the game itself. They think about competition, championships, and athletic performance. What they often do not see is the complicated system that exists behind the scenes when athletes get hurt. As someone who spent years as a professional football player and later built a legal […]