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Russell Okung Files NLRB Complaint Against DeMaurice Smith, NFLPA

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Veteran offensive tackle Russell Okung has filed an unfair labor practice charge with the National Labor Relations Board against the NFL Players Association and Executive Director DeMaurice Smith as a result of the collective bargaining agreement negotiations:

Okung noted his complaints in a Twitter post Sunday:

The NFLPA board of representatives voted to approve the proposed CBA from owners in February, giving the remaining players the opportunity to ratify the deal with a simple majority. Players have until Saturday to vote after the deadline was delayed Monday.