The Facts:
Confused about the state of the NFL right now? So are we. And so are the players. And the coaches. And general managers. And Roger Goodell. But NFLPA attorney Mark Levin sent out a memo to every player on Tuesday trying to clear up where everything currently stands. One of his points of emphasis was to tell current free agents to have their agents start shopping their services immediately, before a judge has a chance to stay the injunction or overturn it on appeal.
Reported by the Palm Beach Post
Fantasy Football Diehards Line:
From the memo: “Unless and until Judge Nelson or the Court of Appeals issues another order, the lockout has been ordered to end immediately, and if the NFL does not comply, it would be in contempt of the court order. So, until you hear otherwise, if you are not under contract, Class Counsel believes that you and your agent can contact teams and shop your services to the clubs. ..." The memo went on to advise players who feel teams aren't negotiating with them to inform Class Council (meaning the NFLPA's lawyers) to further pursue the issue. Indeed, should the clubs fail to begin negotiations it's safe to say the players will begin claiming collusion -- and not without cause. ... Did we mention today was going to be interesting? Stay tuned.
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