Perhaps the key takeaway Thursday from the NFL’s Football Operations and Player Health and Safety media briefing to reporters who cover the league was that many of its staffers have returned to work at their Midtown Manhattan headquarters after four people were fatally shot at the building July 28, when a gunman apparently targeted league employees. None of the deceased worked for the NFL, which shares its building with other companies, however one person who works for the league was injured and hospitalized with serious injuries.
NFL executive vice president Jeff Miller, who oversees player health and safety, said the league has been extremely appreciative for the outpouring of support it has received from many quarters.
“As we’ve gone through what has been a very traumatic last couple weeks for our employees here, the fact that so many people from around the country – partners, members of the media, clubs, friends – have reached out and sent their good wishes means a great deal,” said Miller.
“Not having been in this position before for many of us – and hopefully never again – I did learn the lesson that hearing from people, expressing positive sentiments and well wishes really makes a difference.”
