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NFLPA Backs Jets' Kelechi Osemele, Says It's Not 'Ethical' to Dictate Treatment

The NFL Players Association has come to the defense of New York Jets offensive lineman Kelechi Osemele amid a dispute with the team over the handling of an injury.

The NFLPA issued a statement on the matter on Thursday, saying it was not "appropriate or ethical" for an employer to control an employee's medical care:

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Our statement in support of @KOseven0: https://t.co/DQjSURl0H3

This article will be updated to provide more information on this story as it becomes available.

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