Category Archives: NFLPA

League and NFLPA agree on distribution of legacy fund

Posted on November 10, 2011 by Roy Kessel

The two sides came to an agreement as to how to distribute approximately $620 million of funds available for former players.

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HGH testing not agreed upon by league, NFLPA

Posted on October 16, 2011 by Roy Kessel

While the HGH testing was apparently part of the negotiations for the new collective bargaining agreement, it also underscores the problems that arise when parties leave issues open with the description of “we will agree to agree” on how to handle … finish reading HGH testing not agreed upon by league, NFLPA

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Colts hire Tressel as replay consultant; should NFL suspend him too?

Posted on September 5, 2011 by Roy Kessel

An interesting question has now arisen as the Indianapolis Colts have hired former Ohio State coach Jim Tressel as a replay consultant. So will we see a different standard applied to Tressel than was applied to Terrelle Pryor?  Pryor was … finish reading Colts hire Tressel as replay consultant; should NFL suspend him too?

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Was Pryor’s suspension appealed? Without consent?

Posted on September 5, 2011 by Roy Kessel

With the debate over whether or not Terrelle Pryor should have appealed his 5 game suspension brewing, questions have now arisen whether or not the suspension was actually appealed. Apparently Pryor has not authorized an appeal and Drew Rosenhaus and … finish reading Was Pryor’s suspension appealed? Without consent?

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Hard to believe there is no appeal of Pryor suspension

Posted on September 1, 2011 by Roy Kessel

When you look at the facts of the Terrelle Pryor case, it is hard to understand why none of the parties involved wanted to appeal the ruling. You would think that one of the following would push for the appeal: … finish reading Hard to believe there is no appeal of Pryor suspension

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Britt and Talib escape punishment; get stern warnings

Posted on August 27, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Roger Goodell apparently decided that it might overstep the bounds of his authority if he issued punishments for behavior that occurred during the lockout. While it may also have been an olive branch to the players who were concerned about … finish reading Britt and Talib escape punishment; get stern warnings

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Interesting decision facing Goodell on lockout suspensions

Posted on August 24, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Roger Goodell is facing an interesting dilemma on whether to suspend players for violating the personal conduct policy during the period of the lockout.  But if he can contort the rules and regulations to suspend Terrelle Pryor for 5 games … finish reading Interesting decision facing Goodell on lockout suspensions

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Rosenhaus says Pryor won’t appeal suspension

Posted on August 24, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Whatever else people want to say about Drew Rosenhaus, one thing that he does very well is to become the lightning rod to draw the focus away from his players when they are embroiled in controversy. Rosenhaus is saying Pryor … finish reading Rosenhaus says Pryor won’t appeal suspension

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Britt and Talib on misconduct docket

Posted on August 22, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Now that the preseason is well under way and Commissioner Goodell has likely handled most of the pressing issues that he needed to address to get the season underway.  So with those tasks behind him, it appears that he is starting … finish reading Britt and Talib on misconduct docket

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NFL testing will occur on game days and HGH testing will start early

Posted on August 10, 2011 by Roy Kessel

The agreement by the NFLPA to allow HGH testing will be put to use right away as the league has come out and stated its expectation that it will start that testing even before the first game according to a … finish reading NFL testing will occur on game days and HGH testing will start early

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CBA finalized and executed at Canton

Posted on August 7, 2011 by Roy Kessel

In great symbolism, Roger Goodell and DeMaurice Smith executed the CBA on the steps of the NFL Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio after agreeing to the deal late on Thursday. There were many hiccups and obstacles along the way, … finish reading CBA finalized and executed at Canton

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NFLPA recertifies as union

Posted on August 2, 2011 by Roy Kessel

In the least shocking news of 2011, the NFLPA recertified as a union. Despite the expected result, the NFLPA did take a lot of necessary steps in order to protect its rights to potentially decertify in the future as well … finish reading NFLPA recertifies as union

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Are you ready for some football? Lockout is over

Posted on July 25, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Finally, after months of rhetoric and tension, Monday brought a great relief to everyone involved in the world of football as the NFLPA approved the proposed deal.  The fans rejoiced as both sides came together for the agreement and even held … finish reading Are you ready for some football? Lockout is over

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NFL owners approve, players not yet convinced

Posted on July 22, 2011 by Roy Kessel

It is hard to believe that we are in a situation this far into the proceedings where there are such disparate views on how to get the process completed.  There should really have been absolutely no surprise by the steps … finish reading NFL owners approve, players not yet convinced

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NFL getting closer but votes delayed

Posted on July 20, 2011 by Roy Kessel

The all important votes needed to ratify the almost final NFL CBA were scheduled to be held by the NFLPA today and the NFL owners tomorrow. According to ESPN’s Chris Mortensen, the final NFLPA vote did not occur because the … finish reading NFL getting closer but votes delayed

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Will Steelers-Ravens rivalry step back up after CBA resolution

Posted on July 18, 2011 by Roy Kessel

One thing that has been sorely missing over the last six months is some of the intriguing trash talking and brash statements that usually arise from NFL players. It seems that the Steelers are always good for a few vocal … finish reading Will Steelers-Ravens rivalry step back up after CBA resolution

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Will retirees be properly provided for in NFL CBA?

Posted on July 16, 2011 by Roy Kessel

As the NFL CBA negotiations draw to a close, one interesting element that has not been receiving a lot of attention recently is how the claims of the retired players will be handled.  Last week the retirees sent a letter … finish reading Will retirees be properly provided for in NFL CBA?

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NFL progress has conflicting reports after 8th circuit ruling

Posted on July 11, 2011 by Roy Kessel

While many have stated that the league and players are making significant progress towards a deal, it appears that the reality is that there will still be some ups and downs over the next week or so until the final … finish reading NFL progress has conflicting reports after 8th circuit ruling

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NFL talks continuing to show progress

Posted on July 7, 2011 by Roy Kessel

In what can only be interpreted as a positive sign, both sides have apparently agreed to work through the weekend to get closer to an agreement on the basic parameters of a deal. While Roger Goodell and DeMaurice Smith are … finish reading NFL talks continuing to show progress

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NFL reaching critical point; lawyers hard at work

Posted on July 5, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Okay, so I was off a little bit in my prediction that the NFL would have enough iin place to announce the parameters of a deal in time for the 4th of July.  But the reality is that the clocking … finish reading NFL reaching critical point; lawyers hard at work

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