Fantasy Football

The Facts:
Following up on the ongoing story. ... Judge Nelson denied the NFL's request for a stay. The NFL now will ask Court of Appeals for the 8th Circuit for the stay. Reported by FootballDiehards.com

Fantasy Football Diehards Line:
According to ESPN's Chris Mortensen, there's no indication league will commence new league year yet. Meaning at this point, it doesn't appear free agency or trading will commence to coincide with the start of tomorrow's NFL Draft. It also means continued confusion as to when the league year will start. ... Stay tuned.

Profile

Bengals Select WR A.J. Green At No. 4
Bills Select DT Marcell Dareus At No. 3
Broncos Select LB Von Miller At No. 2
Panthers Select QB Cam Newton At No. 1
Lions Tell Players OTAs Start Wednesday; Chargers On Monday
Report: Cardinals Already Honing In On Marc Bulger
Carroll: Charlie Whitehurst Will Compete For Starting Job
Teams Plan To Open Facilities Friday Morning
Report: NFL To Announce Timing Of League Year Friday
NFL's Request For Stay Denied; League Will Now Ask Court Of Appeals
NFL Responds To Players Request For $1 Billion In Stay Request
Peyton Hillis Chosen For Cover Of Madden 12
Players Cite Harm In Request To Deny Stay; Ask For $1 Billion Bond
Chad Ochocinco Says Time In Cincy Is Up
Cowboys Think Dez Bryant Will Be OK
NFLPA Lawyer Advises Free Agents To Begin Shopping Their Services
Steve Smith Has Cleared Personal Belongings From Panthers Facility
Players Ask Judge To Force Start Of League Year; NFL Gets A Day To Respond