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Lions' Miles Killebrew thrust into union role during NFL's most challenging offseason

It's been a busy offseason for Detroit Lions safety Miles Killebrew.

On the personal side, he got married, while professionally, he navigated the waters of NFL free agency for the first time in his career, opting to re-sign with the Lions for a fifth season.

And on top of all that, he was unexpectedly thrust into a leadership role as the team's NFLPA representative during one of the most uniquely challenging offseason's in league history.

To be fair, Killebrew was both prepared and well-suited for the role. Each offseason, the league's players union holds an annual meeting open to all members.