U.S. District Judge David Doty, who oversaw many NFL labor cases in his Minneapolis courtroom and enabled modern free agency with his 1992 decision, has died at 96 years old.
David Doty served as a U.S. District Judge in Minneapolis. He handled many important cases involving the National Football League and its players. In 1992, he made a ruling that opened the door to free agency as it exists today. This change allowed players more freedom to choose their teams. Doty was respected for his work in labor matters between the league and the union. He lived to the age of 96 before his passing. His contributions to the sport will be remembered by many in the football community.
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