Pro Football Retired Players Association (PFRPA) presents the 3rd Annual PFRPA Champions Banquet

The 3rd Annual PFRPA Champions Banquet will take place on Thursday, September 17, 2026, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia! The event will celebrate retired NFL players who are making a positive impact, as well as individuals who have made significant contributions to the former player community.

As part of this fundraising event, the PFRPA Champions Award will be presented to four recipients in recognition and appreciation of their efforts as champions for the communities they serve.

• Brian Jordan, Retired Atlanta Falcons Safety, Major League Baseball (MLB) Outfielder and Founder of The Brian Jordan Foundation
• Ovie Mughelli, Retired Atlanta Falcons Fullback and Environmental Advocate
• Matt Ryan, Retired Atlanta Falcons Quarterback, Falcons’ President of Football and Founder of ATL: Advance The Lives
• Pedro Salgado, Director, Youth Football and Legends Community at the Atlanta Falcons

Registration for the 3rd Annual PFRPA Champions Banquet is now open!

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