Ongoing CBA discussions

[Lotus]

Let's hope that we hear today of the temporary extension of the old rules. Otherwise we enter a Cold War phase tomorrow night.

[Longtimefan]

Originally Posted by Lotus

Let's hope that we hear today of the temporary extension of the old rules. Otherwise we enter a Cold War phase tomorrow night.

None of us want to see a repeat of 1987, especially SB's. This entire process has to be extremely difficult for everyone involved, especially the fringe players just hopeful for an invite to an NFL training camp as an UFA. In the event of an extended lockout and the decision is made that the early games would be played with replacement players [of which we haven't heard much talk] some of these players could be the one's choosing to cross the line. How will they be accepted team-wise when a new CBA is eventually reached?

With both fans and players being able to interact via Twitter, Facebook and other social outlets available, the longer it takes for an agreement to be reached, the more interesting the whole process is going to become.

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[MTK]

So stupid that they can't get something worked out.

[SolidSnake84]

Originally Posted by Mattyk

So stupid that they can't get something worked out.

Its the owners at this point i think. The owners make it easy to place blame on one side now at this point....Let them sit out then. Let's see how long their money lasts when there is NO REVENUE coming in.

[Chico23231]

Originally Posted by Mattyk

So stupid that they can't get something worked out.

Im miffed with the sport so extremely strong in a down economy where revenues are just astronomical they cant come to an agreement. Sometimes I dont think Goodell, the owners and the players realize that got things so good when alot of people are struggling so bad. They really need to tighten up, its ridiculous.

[sportscurmudgeon]

Originally Posted by Chico23231

Im miffed with the sport so extremely strong in a down economy where revenues are just astronomical they cant come to an agreement. Sometimes I dont think Goodell, the owners and the players realize that got things so good when alot of people are struggling so bad. They really need to tighten up, its ridiculous.

To understand better what is going on, may I suggest you read this attachment. It applies to both sides in this matter...


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[Monkeydad]

Last two labor disputes -
1987 = short season, Skins SB
1982 = short season, Skins SB


Let's hope for a 12-game season!


I don't care about the asterisk.

[Defensewins]

NFL players win court ruling as deadline looms - Yahoo! News

This is great news. I hope it holds up on appeal. This gives the owners huge incentive to get a CBA deal done otherwise no TV money. Especially those small/weak market teams that depend on the TV money to pay their bills.

"In a ruling on Tuesday, US District Court judge David Doty in Minneapolis sided with the union by overruling a February 1 decision to reject the NFLPA's request that $4 billion in 2011 payments from networks to the league be placed in escrow if there is a lockout."

[SmootSmack]

I thought an 11th hour deal might happen, but it's not looking as likely right now

Good read

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[Alvin Walton]

Drama I dont need, regularly scheduled football and a better Redskin team I do.
Git er' done!
:headbange

[SOUL-SKINS]

Ok....please excuse my ignorance. So looks like no deal is getting done. Now what?? They just continue to fight it out after the deadline until they finally come to an agreement. ? Is there more chance of a shorten season than no season at all?
Help....... I really cant live without football.

[hooskins]

Originally Posted by SOUL-SKINS

Ok....please excuse my ignorance. So looks like no deal is getting done. Now what?? They just continue to fight it out after the deadline until they finally come to an agreement. ? Is there more chance of a shorten season than no season at all?
Help....... I really cant live without football.

Best case scenario today is they agree to extend current cba for a few months, but they won't. Nflpa will dissolve as a union immediately and sue the owners for unfair bargaining. This will go in front of federal court.

It could be done by september with a shorter season, but it is a bit unclear at this point.


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[SOUL-SKINS]

Originally Posted by hooskins

Best case scenario today is they agree to extend current cba for a few months, but they won't. Nflpa will dissolve as a union immediately and sue the owners for unfair bargaining. This will go in front of federal court.

It could be done by september with a shorter season, but it is a bit unclear at this point.


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Thanks for your help. Yeah, looks bleak for an extension of the current CBA. Alright.... i guess we just wait.

[freddyg12]

Originally Posted by hooskins

Best case scenario today is they agree to extend current cba for a few months, but they won't. Nflpa will dissolve as a union immediately and sue the owners for unfair bargaining. This will go in front of federal court.

It could be done by september with a shorter season, but it is a bit unclear at this point.


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They wouldn't sue immediately would they? I know decertifying gives them that option, but I was under the impression that it's a card they would play if the owners try to push forward w/out a deal.

[hooskins]

Originally Posted by SOUL-SKINS

Thanks for your help. Yeah, looks bleak for an extension of the current CBA. Alright.... i guess we just wait.

If you want more detailed information see www.nationalfootballpost.com . One of the columnist's has some good articles.

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