[bucky60]

Quote: Originally Posted by kehlis

No. If Benson were included it would not mean more money from EA. It would mean less money divied out by the PA (so you're right that someone would get less money but that's not EA's problem). The union is there to protect it's players but they are also given the duty of giving out royalty checks as they are the one's that get paid by EA. I did a little research on it, former players actually have to join the PA as a "former player." They continue to get pension and coverage regardless of if they join this union or not. Either way, since he's had some tryouts, it's safe to assume he is still part of the PA.

The difference could be whether a player has filed his retirement papers or not. Whether they are officially retired. If Benson hasn't officially retired he would still be considered and active NFL player who is looking for a roster spot. So I would agree with you that Benson wouldn't cost more while a Jerry Rice (officially retired player) would cost more.