Career Timeline of JC Tretter: Major Achievements and Milestones

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JC Tretter

Discover the career path of JC Tretter, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

JC Tretter is a former NFL center who played college football at Cornell before being drafted by the Green Bay Packers in 2013. Most notably, he served as the president of the NFL Players Association (NFLPA) from 2020 to 2024, and now holds the title of Executive Director. His leadership role within the NFLPA highlights his involvement in advocating for player rights and well-being.

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2009: Tretter began playing for Cornell

In 2009, Tretter began playing football for the Cornell Big Red team at Cornell University.

2011: Improved pass protection

In 2011, Tretter was credited with the significantly improved pass protection given to Cornell's quarterback.

2012: All-Ivy League selection

In 2012, JC Tretter was a unanimous first-team All-Ivy League selection following his senior season.

May 10, 2013: Signed with Green Bay Packers

On May 10, 2013, JC Tretter signed a four-year contract with the Green Bay Packers for $2.57 million.

2013: Drafted by Green Bay Packers

In 2013, JC Tretter was drafted by the Green Bay Packers in the fourth round as the 122nd overall pick.

2016: Started seven games for Packers

In 2016, JC Tretter started seven games for the Green Bay Packers before being sidelined with a knee injury in Week 7.

March 9, 2017: Signed with Cleveland Browns

On March 9, 2017, JC Tretter signed a three-year contract with the Cleveland Browns for $16.75 million.

November 7, 2019: Signed contract extension with the Browns

On November 7, 2019, JC Tretter signed a three-year contract extension with the Cleveland Browns, valued at $32.5 million.

March 10, 2020: Elected President of NFLPA

On March 10, 2020, JC Tretter was elected President of the NFL Players Association (NFLPA).

2020: Elected President of the NFLPA

In 2020, JC Tretter became the president of the NFL Players Association (NFLPA).

2020: Named co-chair of NFLPA's COVID committee

In 2020, JC Tretter was named co-chair of the NFLPA's COVID committee, where he negotiated health and safety protocols.

March 15, 2022: Released by the Browns

On March 15, 2022, JC Tretter was released by the Cleveland Browns.

March 2022: Re-elected as NFLPA president

In March 2022, JC Tretter was re-elected for a second term as NFLPA president.

August 25, 2022: Announced retirement from NFL

On August 25, 2022, JC Tretter announced his retirement from the NFL.

2024: Ineligible for re-election

In 2024, JC Tretter was ineligible for re-election as NFLPA president due to his retirement as a player.

2024: Term as NFLPA president ends

In 2024, JC Tretter's term as president of the NFLPA ended.

2030: Collective bargaining agreement

In 2030, The 2020-2030 collective bargaining agreement surrounding negotiations will end.