NFLPA discloses that former security officer Craig Jones intends to sue the union
Craig Jones, a former security officer for the NFL Players Association (NFLPA), plans to sue the union following his termination in 2026. The lawsuit is reportedly centered around claims of discrimination. This development was disclosed in the NFLPA's annual LM-2 form, which also details financial information about the organization.
- ▪Craig Jones intends to file a lawsuit against the NFLPA for discrimination related to his termination.
- ▪He was placed on administrative leave before being fired for speaking to the media about union matters.
- ▪Jones's lawsuit will add to the legal challenges faced by the NFLPA, including a similar case from former in-house counsel Heather McPhee.
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| Publication time | Fri, 29 May 2026 09:04:17 +0000 |
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