Green Bay Packers Hall of Famer and NFL Players Association founder Billy Howton died Monday at the age of 95. He was believed to be the oldest-living NFL player, according to The Associated Press.
"We are saddened by the passing of Billy Howton," the NFLPA wrote in a statement posted to X Friday. "He was a key figure in the NFLPA's formation and a pioneer for player rights.
"Because of Billy's advocacy as our first president, today's players have a pension, disability benefits and a voice of their own in the business of football.