Mission Statement
To challenge National Football League players to be lifelong learners while pursuing continuous improvement in family relations, social interactions, personal growth and career development during and beyond their careers as NFL players.
Department Overview
The Player Development Department is the hub for a wide range of league-sponsored programs designed to meet the needs of players and their families in today’s NFL. Since its inception in 1991, more than 9,000 players and significant others have made use of programs administered by the department. Collaborating with the NFL Players Association, Player Development Directors at each club ensure the programs are meeting the needs of players and reinforces the Departments’ commitment to support a culture that delivers a continuum of services to help active and practice squad players succeed in all aspects of their lives.
Player Development is divided into four areas: Continuing Education, Financial Education, Career Development and Player Assistance Services.
Michael Haynes
"Every player joins the NFL with extraordinary athletic talents, valuable skills and abilities that can lead to success. Our department strives to help players recognize these attributes and begin to develop personal and professional goals that will sustain them far beyond their playing careers."
-- Michael Haynes, Vice President of Player and Employee Development
