NFL Reaches Settlement on Race Norming, Concussion Benefits (1)

The NFL, class counsel for former players, and intervening retired Black players proposed a settlement of claims by retired Black players that they were harmed by the use of racial norms in assessing qualification for concussion benefits, in a federal court filing.

The settlement, which is subject to court approval, stems from a proposed class action by Black retired players who alleged the league deliberately manipulated their “cognitive function” test scores in a way that made it less likely they would receive benefits under a 2016 concussion settlement, worth an estimated $1 billion.

The agreement eliminates the use of race ...