The crux of the argument is who owns what -- in this case, the player dimensions and stats.
Most recent rulings have given the league some statistical ownership, but has also made them somewhat public information. So its a mixed bag.
Using names has always been a bit different. And it goes back to the early days of video games. http://intellivisiongames.com/gamepage.php?gameId=123
(Yes, the Intellivision had a roster-based sports game).
This is just the latest in a continuing battle between the NFLPA and retired players, some of whom feel the union is not taking care of its former members and some of whom are (probably) jealous of the salaries of today.
Mike from Morgantown
Personally, I have never liked the historical games because you didn't know who the people were because they had the wrong numbers/names.
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