The NFL Players Association has only had three directors in their history with DeMauirce Smith being the latest. With his contract set to expire, the NFLPA is naming Lloyd Howell his successor.
Our Board of Player Representatives is pleased to announce that we have elected Lloyd Howell as the newest Executive Director of the NFLPA.
— NFLPA (@NFLPA) June 28, 2023
Howell has been the treasurer and chief financial officer for Booz Allen, handling financial statements and both their civil and commercial business.
In a press release, Roger Goodell sent his congratulations to Howell.
“I want to congratulate Lloyd Howell on his election as Executive Director of the NFL Players Association and to thank DeMaurice Smith for his continued partnership and unstinting work on behalf of NFL players. We look forward to working with Lloyd and his team to continue growing the game and making it better, safer, and more accessible and attractive to fans around the world.”
Howell will take over for Smith by the end of 2024.