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PFRPA at Super Bowl LX Week
PFRPA at Super Bowl LX Week
San Francisco was buzzing earlier this month, as Super Bowl LX week unfolded in the Bay Area! Throughout a busy few days, the PFRPA team connected with PFRPA members, retired... Read more...
Recognizing National Mentoring Month and Leaders Beyond the Game
Recognizing National Mentoring Month and Leaders Beyond the Game
Behind every successful football career is a mentor who offered guidance, support and direction in that player’s life. Recognized each January, National Mentoring Month honors those individuals and the countless... Read more...
2025: A Year in Review
2025: A Year in Review
As 2025 comes to a close, we look back on a year filled with positive impact, new partnerships and exciting events. Building on our mid-year update, PFRPA has had many... Read more...
How NFL Rules Have Evolved Throughout History
How NFL Rules Have Evolved Throughout History
A new NFL season kicked off earlier this month, bringing the passionate energy that fans look forward to each year. The game we watch today has changed dramatically since the... Read more...
Mid-Year Highlights: Reflecting on PFRPA’s Year-to-Date Successes
Mid-Year Highlights: Reflecting on PFRPA’s Year-to-Date Successes
The first half of 2025 has been a productive and rewarding time for the Pro Football Retired Players Association (PFRPA), with multiple successes worthy of celebration. In this blog edition,... Read more...
Honoring All-time Greats: PFRPA Members Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame
Honoring All-time Greats: PFRPA Members Inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame
On Saturday, August 2, four retired NFL players were recognized with football’s highest honor as they were inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2025 during a... Read more...
Multiple Sport Standouts: PFRPA Members Who Excelled in Sports Other Than Football
Multiple Sport Standouts: PFRPA Members Who Excelled in Sports Other Than Football
In addition to making their mark on football, some retired NFL players also honed their athleticism in other sports, showcasing their remarkable versatility and talent across different disciplines. This month,... Read more...
PFRPA at Super Bowl LIX Week
PFRPA at Super Bowl LIX Week
From Mardi Gras beads on arrival to serving many of Louisiana’s Creole specialties, New Orleans provided a perfectly vibrant scene for Super Bowl LIX this month.   Take a look... Read more...
A Year In Review
A Year In Review
Reflecting on 2024, this year has been one of great achievement and success for PFRPA, setting the stage for a prosperous 2025. Since the mid-year update, the second half of... Read more...
National Diabetes Month
National Diabetes Month
November marks National Diabetes Month, dedicated to raising awareness about diabetes, a chronic condition that affects millions worldwide. The month serves as a reminder of the importance of understanding, preventing... Read more...
Recognizing World Mental Health Day
Recognizing World Mental Health Day
World Mental Health Day, observed on October 10 each year, is a global initiative aimed at raising awareness about mental health issues and promoting mental well-being. Read more...
Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Week
Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Week
This week marks the Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Week, a key and historic annual event. On Saturday, August 3, 2024, seven retired NFL players will enter the Pro... Read more...
Inaugural PFRPA Champions Luncheon
Inaugural PFRPA Champions Luncheon
On June 12, the Pro Football Retired Players Association (PFRPA) hosted the inaugural PFRPA Champions Luncheon at the historic Hotel Northland in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Read more...
Reflecting On The Year To Date
Reflecting On The Year To Date
This year has proven to be eventful, filled with events, milestones, and successes for PFRPA. As we approach the midway point, we reflect on 2024 so far. Read more...
The NFL Draft: A Unique Family Bond
The NFL Draft: A Unique Family Bond
Entering the NFL Draft is an exciting moment for any aspiring professional football player. It’s an even more memorable experience to share it with a family member who went through... Read more...
Viva Las Vegas: PFRPA’s Highlights from Super Bowl LVIII Week
Viva Las Vegas: PFRPA’s Highlights from Super Bowl LVIII Week
PFRPA returned to Super Bowl Week this year for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic. With a jam-packed week in the lead-up to Super Bowl LVIII, it was the... Read more...
Celebrating the Fifth Anniversary of the PFRPA Vision Plan
Celebrating the Fifth Anniversary of the PFRPA Vision Plan
In January 2024, PFRPA celebrates the fifth anniversary of the PFRPA Vision Plan. Since its inception in 2019, almost 5,000 retired NFL players and more than 2,100 retired players’ spouses... Read more...
2023: A Year in Review
2023: A Year in Review
In the lead-up to the Holidays and with 2024 upon us, this time of the year provides an opportunity to reflect on 2023 and to look forward to the year... Read more...
National Dental Hygiene Month: Why Good Dental Hygiene Is Important for Overall Health
National Dental Hygiene Month: Why Good Dental Hygiene Is Important for Overall Health
October is recognized nationally as Dental Hygiene Month. It is an opportunity to raise awareness of oral health and emphasize the importance of good dental hygiene as part of maintaining... Read more...
National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month: What You Should Know
National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month: What You Should Know
Prostate Cancer Awareness Month is recognized nationally throughout September. Before the month ends, we want to shed some additional light on the disease, especially with our PFRPA members. Read more...
PFRPA Members Inducted into Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2023
PFRPA Members Inducted into Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2023
Three members of the Pro Football Retired Players Association (PFRPA) were enshrined into the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s Class of 2023 on Aug. 5 in Canton, Ohio. Read more...
The Ice Bowl: As Told by Hall of Famer Dave Robinson
The Ice Bowl: As Told by Hall of Famer Dave Robinson
One of the most notable cold weather games played in football history was the “Ice Bowl,” which took place at Lambeau Field in Green Bay on December 31, 1967. The... Read more...