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5 facts about new NFLPA executive director Lloyd Howell, who will succeed DeMaurice Smith

Howell’s appointment is a VERY big deal and will likely have a major impact on the NFL.

The NFLPA will soon have a new leader of its labor union.

On Wednesday, the organization revealed that it had elected Llloyd Howell as its new executive director. Howell will be DeMaurice Smith’s successor, who has held the leadership position since being unanimously elected in 2009. Smith will continue to hold the role until sometime near the end of 2024, and then Howell will officially take over.

This is not light news by any means. The leader of the NFL’s only labor union is a significant appointment that can and will likely have a major influence on the league’s dealings. For one, among other essential tasks, it will be Howell at the forefront of the NFLPA’s negotiations by the time the current collective bargaining agreement expires in March 2030. Aside from whoever the NFLPA president is at that time, Howell will be the players’ primary advocate.

And as we’ve seen in the past, lockouts are very possible in those situations, making Howell’s future approach hold that much more weight.

If this is the first time you’re hearing about Powell, don’t worry, I’ve got you covered. Here are a few things you should definitely know about the guy who will soon steer the wheel for the NFLPA.

Lloyd Howell named new NFLPA executive director

Lloyd Howell will become the fourth NFLPA president, succeeding DeMaurice Smith.

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.

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.

NFLPA introduces Lloyd Howell as Executive Director

The NFLPA has elected a new Executive Director, Lloyd Howell

The NFLPA will have a new Executive Director.

Lloyd Howell was introduced on Wednesday, replacing DeMaurice Smith.

“The opportunity to represent the players is a privilege,” Howell said in a statement. “I look forward to building relationships and the solidarity amongst our players. The history and strength of this institution is impressive, and I look forward to driving our bold goals and achieving them together in the future.”

Howell recently was chief financial officer and treasurer at Booz Allen Hamilton, Inc.

Smith held the title since 2009. He offered a comment:

Commissioner Roger Goodell weighed in on the news.